Description
There’s nothing like working at the Y!
At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our staff members are people who drive this cause – it is because of our drive, our passion, our belief in others, and our belief in the strength of our mission that we are able to make a difference – every day.
JOB LOCATION: Waukee Family YMCA
PAY RANGE: $19.00-$25.00/hour
HOURS/DAYS SCHEDULE: Varies
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: May 1, 2023 – Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
This position is responsible for the preparation, planning and instruction of assigned group exercise classes, facilitating member involvement and relationship building, assisting in the development of member small group communities, and providing excellent customer service. Certified Specialty Group Exercise Instructors are responsible for exemplifying professionalism and leadership in the areas of fitness and exercise and serving as a resource for staff and members.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Design, plan, prepare, and instruct assigned group exercise classes.
- Create a welcoming and inclusive class environment.
- Promote member engagement by encouraging involvement in related Y programs and small communities.
- Assume a leadership role for members, demonstrating professionalism and group exercise expertise.
- Encourage and support members as they strive to attain their personal fitness and wellness goals.
- Assist, as required, with training and orientation of new Y staff.
- Set up equipment or facility before class.
- Store or secure equipment upon completion of class.
- Maintain records as directed by supervisor or designated staff person.
- Ensure safety is a priority in instructional methods used and educate participants on proper form, anatomy, contraindications, and modification of moves.
- Know all emergency procedures and be able to demonstrate them.
- Complete accident/incident reports and submits to supervisor or designated staff person.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
- Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
- Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.
Requirements
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to read, write, and perform simple mathematical functions
- Current certification in at least one of the following and maintained:
- Yoga Alliance – such as YRT 200, Yoga Alliance, or Yoga Fit 4 Instructor
- Pilates Certification such as Stott Pilates, Pole Star, or Body Balance
- Tai Chi – Arthritis Association track
- Current American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA) Level 1 – The Foundations of Coaching
- Current USA Triathlon Coach Certification (USAT) – Level 1 or above
- Satisfactory demonstration of instructor skill competencies
- Current Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Certifications or equivalent – Prior to hire
- Intro to Y’s Cause & Culture Online Course – Prior to hire
- Additional training to be completed within the first 30 days and maintained afterwards.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, run; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; demonstrate and perform various exercise movements; move body and perform exercise movements to the beat of music; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to communicate with a Y-voice, demonstrating determination, genuine concern, a welcoming attitude, hopefulness and a nurturing spirit.
- Ability to demonstrate a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
- Ability to build rapport, creating relationships and motivating members.
- Ability to work effectively with people of different background, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
- Ability to listen first, seeking to understand the other person’s point of view and remain calm in challenging situations.
- Ability to accurately assess personal feeling, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships.
- Ability to demonstrate and openness to change and seek opportunities in the change process.
- Ability to embrace new approaches and discover ideas to created a better member experience.
- Ability to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, taking initiative to assist in developing others.
- Ability to make sound judgments and transfer learning from one situation to another.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality on member information.
- Ability to demonstrate professional conduct at all times
- Ability to serve as a healthy lifestyles role model for members and staff.
- Ability to effectively coach, lead, direct and guide people related to training.
- Attend trainings and/or courses to maintain certification and/or as required by the YMCA.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.