Wellness Trainee - John Geigle North Pinellas Branch Job Palm Harbor area,Florida USA,Sports/Fitness/Wellness

Position: Wellness Trainee - John Geigle North Pinellas Branch^

Overview

Location: YMCA of the Suncoast, John Geigle Branch

Role: Wellness Trainee

Rate of pay: $14.00/hr - $14.50/hr

Shift: Varies

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Wellness Director/Coordinator and consistent with the mission of the YMCA of the Suncoast, the Wellness Trainee will work towards meeting all requirements of the Wellness Floor Coach position within 60 days from hire date. During that time, if scheduled to work in the wellness center they will meet and greet members and assist members by referring them to the appropriate staff members for specific training needs.

Educate and enforce operational guidelines and regulations with all members. Maintain all weight training equipment and keep facilities organized and clean. Provide knowledge and concern for the members well being at all times.

Education, Training and Experience

Must be at least 18 years old. High School graduate or equivalent required. Degree in Wellness, psychology or communications preferred. Must be knowledgeable in selectorized equipment, free weight training principles, and YMCA fitness testing components. This person should have a strong personal commitment to overall wellness; have a positive attitude and ability to work independently. Required upon hire, must have completed Intro to Y s Cause & Culture, Ys Way to Service & Engagement, and I Hear You:
Service with CARE trainings. Also upon hire, must be working towards meeting the criteria of the Wellness Coach Position within 60 days of hire date. This includes Wellness Center Member Engagement Worksheet, Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y, Foundations of Listen First with the Listen First Skills Assessment, Principles of Member Health & Wellness, Wellness Center at the Y, Cause Driven Tour Workshop, Get SMART, YMCA Foundations of Strength & Conditioning Certification with Wellness Center Skills Assessment OR a National Personal Trainer Certification, and a current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.

Special

Skills or Equipment Required

Must be able to articulate and communicate effectively while assisting members in basic strength training and cardiovascular exercise.
Must be a good communicator and listener.
Must understand the basic common knowledge concepts of member service.

Physical and/or Mental Requirements

Must have the ability and patience to assist members while using effective communication and human relations skills to handle situations with people of all socioeconomic levels.
Must have the ability to safely serve as a spotter.
Must be able to lift an equivalent of 50 pounds.

Wellness Trainee

Job Duties /Responsibilities

Within 60 days of hire date, complete all requirements of the Wellness Coach Position

Monitor wellness areas, including locker room, and meet and greet members.

Respond to member questions and seek out additional information when needed.

Engage in positive public relations with members.

Maintain professionalism at all times and wear approved uniform with nametag.

Create a nurturing and safe environment by reporting suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or violate the code of conduct. Keep supplies organized, maintain and clean facility and care for equipment.

Maintain cleanliness of all selectorized and free weight equipment; care, returning, and storage of all equipment; refill bottles and change towels as needed; record maintenance duties in proper logbook.

Exercise sound judgment in relation to member safety and injuries.

Follow all emergency procedures and be able to administer CPR and First Aid.

Take responsibility for certain housekeeping duties as directed and required.

Attend all staff meetings, in-house trainings, demonstrations and special promotions as designated by supervisor.

Control occupancy and traffic flow on all equipment.

Be knowledgeable about and able to enforce wellness floor policies and practices.

Personal workouts are encouraged but must be scheduled during off duty hours.

Notify supervisor two days or more in advance if absent; arrange for coverage and confirm with supervisor.

Key Leadership Competencies

Inclusion, Collaboration, Communication & Influence, Developing Others & Self, Critical Thinking

EOE/DFWP

Please note: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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