Personal Trainer

Position Summary

The Person al Trainer will be responsible for planning and leading a range of individualized or group exercise/activity sessions for clients in a fitness specialty area in order to assist them in establishing and reaching their fitness/wellness goals. The Person al Trainer will promote member wellness in accordance with the YMCA policies and procedures while creating a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment.

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are WELCOMING
: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are GENUINE
: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are HOPEFUL
: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are NURTURING
: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

• Recognizes and articulates that the Y is a not-for-profit, charitable organization committed to serving the entire community.
• Participates in the Y’s fundraising efforts.
• Shows appreciation and respect for the time, talent, and contributions of all volunteers.
• Intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined.

• Builds effective teams and committees by fostering common vision and plans.
• Identifies and builds relationships with internal and/or external partners or key stakeholders to support programs or projects.
• Creates a safe environment in which others feel welcome and respected.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization.

• Serves with purpose and passion.
• Acts responsibly with the Y’s resources, following all budgeting policies and procedures and reporting irregularities immediately.
• Uses best practices, guidelines, and industry standards as a framework to improve performance.
• Explores new ideas, remaining open to new ways of thinking and approaching problems.
• Delivers a high-quality experience to members, participants, or project teams.

• On-boards and develops staff and volunteers for success.
• Coaches others for continuous development, including analyzing performance gaps, building development plans, delivering appreciative and developmental feedback, and aligning passions and career goals.
• Proactively share information, experiences, lessons learned, and suggestions to help others be more successful.
• Solicits and is open to informal learning opportunities to gain insight (e.g., performance feedback, coaching, and stretch assignments).
• Acts in alignment with personal and organizational values in all situations.

• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and safely supervise personal training activities.
• Must be able to coordinate a variety of large and small tasks simultaneously and handle tension and a stress in a positive manner.
• Must have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to respond swiftly in an emergency situation.