Personal Trainer - Clarence Rockland Y

Location: National Capital Region (Almonte)

Clarence-Rockland Y
1525 Du Parc Avenue
Suite 1
Rockland, ON K4K 1C3, CAN

Description
Overview

The YMCA is a charity that has been helping Canadians improve their lives since the first Y opened in 1851. Y programs are offered at more than 1,700 locations across Canada and help more than 2.25 million people annually become healthier in spirit, mind, and body. The YMCA of the National Capital Region proudly serves people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, and works to address critical social needs in our community.

We are a leader and valued partner in creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential.

This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.

Working for the Y

Are you looking to use your skills and unique gifts to make a real difference in your community? The YMCA of the National Capital Region is a great workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated. The YMCA provides hundreds of employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

We recognize the contributions of our staff through innovative practices, great benefits, and growth opportunities. Whether you are starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, you will find many exciting opportunities to achieve your personal and career goals.

Vacancy Status:  This job posting is for a new position.

What do we offer?

At the Y, you will be part of a vibrant and diverse network of people whose shared vision is to change lives and make our communities home to the healthiest children, teens, adults, and families.

Our competitive wage and benefit package include:

Free YMCA gym membership;

Discounted Y program fees (including health & fitness programs, child care, and camps);

Access to our YMCA Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) including free, immediate, confidential assistance and counselling for you and your family members for mental and physical health, and financial advice, among other 12 suites of services;

Health and Dental Insurance;

Long-term Disability and Life Insurance;

Access to our Canadian YMCA Retirement Fund pension plan;

Up to 25 vacation days per year including two float days, and one birthday vacation;

Maternity leave benefits for up to 18 months.

* Some benefits may vary based on employment terms

What do you offer?

The Person al Trainer assesses, discusses, motivates, and teaches individuals and couples how to improve their fitness, strength, physique, and overall health.

The Person al Trainer is tasked with identifying the Members’ goals and developing a targeted personalized program that combines exercise, and lifestyle resources. This position creates a program that is challenging and motivating, that the Member is capable of following when exercising alone. This position ensures the Member has the resources necessary to make use of their membership on a regular basis, and to achieve their goals.

The Person al Trainer monitors and tracks the Member’s progress through the program and adapts it as necessary to continuously challenge the Member. This involves demonstrating the correct technique and form for each exercise to minimize the risk of injury and improve overall fitness, as well as observing the Member perform the exercise with the intent of offering constructive feedback.

Some of the tasks of this position include:

Assesses, discusses, motivates and teaches individuals and couples about their fitness, strength, physique, and overall health.

Develops targeted personalized programs that combines exercise and lifestyle resources.

Ensures that clients have the resources necessary to make use of their membership on a regular basis, and achieve their goals.

Monitors and tracks clients’ progress through the program and adapts it as necessary.

Offers constructive feedback to clients.

Demonstrates the correct technique and form for each exercise.

What qualifications and abilities are we looking for?

At the YMCA of the National Capital Region, we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.

The successful candidate will have the following:

Education

Personal Training Diploma or Personal Training Certification

Post-secondary degree in a…