Personal Trainer
Job in
Pascagoula, Jackson County, Mississippi, 39569, USA
Listing for:
Mississippi Gulf Coast Young Mens Christian Association Inc
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-12
Job specializations:
-
Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Wellness, Health / Fitness / Gym / Pilates, Exercise Science / Kinesiology
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. A Personal Trainer is responsible for planning and leading a range of individualized exercise sessions for clients in the fitness center and weight room areas. To provide a safe, enjoyable and positive environment that is educational and motivational.
The essential functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals and Mission of the Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA.
OUR CULTURE:
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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provide excellent member service by exceeding member expectations; greet and acknowledge all members to encourage wellness participation.Monitor all wellness areas as fitness members set the equipment to ensure their general safety and equipment function; enforces all member codes of conduct, rules and policies including, but not limited to, age restrictions, dress codes, language and proper use of YMCA equipment and facilities.Demonstrate correct stances, posture, alignment and technique during wellness consultation and training sessions; shows safe, effective ranges of motion and exercise control, demonstrates strength & endurance maintaining role-model form throughout.Help maintain a neat, clean and pleasant environment in all Wellness areas.Take professional initiative to offer information and to promote personal training and additional YMCA health & wellness services & programs.Integrate the mission of the YMCA and follow the core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility into the healthy living aspect of job responsibilities.Understand the prevention, detection, and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, basic emergency procedures, and the legal and professional responsibilities of personal trainers.Assist the Health & Wellness Director with administrative tasks that include keeping accurate records of scheduled, rescheduled and cancelled appointments.Attend continuing education trainings as required by your specific accreditation in order to maintain your Personal Training Certification and ensure it always stays active.Administer/evaluate health history questionnaires and other pre-participation documentation with regard to individual exercise programs.Administer health & fitness assessments and be able to interpret and explain the results.Develop and implement individualized exercise programs including cardiovascular, strength training, flexibility, balance/stability, and postural components.Demonstrate and instruct clients on proper exercise technique and use of equipment.Track client progress and maintain appropriate documentation for each participant.Ensure all safety guidelines are followed.Maintain required CEC’s, National certifications and CPR/First Aid/AED certifications that are needed for your specific accreditation in order to maintain an active personal trainer status.Adhere to all facility guidelines and expectations.Performs other duties as assigned.YMCA COMPETENCIES:
Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit
Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause
Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence
Innovation: Creates and implements…
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