Fitness; Wellness Director

Job Details

Job Location:

Gary YMCA - Gary, IN 46404

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay starting at $21.00 per hour and up based on experience

Are you passionate about creating healthy, thriving communities? We’re looking for a Fitness Director to lead department operations and initiatives that promote physical, mental, and emotional well‑being. Be a part of the fastest growing Y Association in the country!

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Wellness Director is responsible for but not limited to: manages program operation, development and growth, participant satisfaction, member and staff retention and safety, staff supervision, onboarding, training, and coaching. As a Wellness Director at the Y, you lead an environment that is inviting and serves all.

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Establishes new program activities and expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed.
• Reviews and evaluates staff performance.
• Prepares the annual budget for the Wellness department.
• Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.
• Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of relative program equipment.
• Secures and schedules program facilities.
• Conducts and schedules program classes.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
• Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
• Models relationship‑building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.
• Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
• Assists with cabinet meetings.
• Compiles program statistics.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Our benefits include access to United Healthcare Medical coverage, along with complimentary dental and vision care for employees. Additionally, we provide free Long‑Term Disability and Life Insurance coverage, safeguarding you and your loved ones. We offer a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy, a 12% employer contribution to your retirement savings, and complimentary family membership for full‑time employees, along with 50% off most of our programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in related or equivalent field or certificate is required.
• Certified CPR/First Aid/AED within designated time of hire.
• Minimum 2 years related experience required.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to work independently and with minimal supervision; organized and detail oriented.
• Adept computer skills in Office
  365.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Models and teaches the Y’s values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fundraising.

Champs inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support.

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