Personal Trainer - Part Time

Overview

A Career with a Cause:
At the Y, strengthening community is our mission. We focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We are committed to this cause because a strong community starts with our kids, our health and our neighbors. We are welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing and determined to help our community grow.

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit organization. Under the supervision of the Health and Wellness Director, the Personal Trainer will assist in ensuring that YMCA of Central New York members receive guidance to achieve their health and wellness goals. The Person al Trainer ensures well-being for each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain all YMCA character values and regulations in and out of the Wellness Center.
• Design safe and effective training programs based on member goals, following standards and guidelines set forth by the American College of Sports Medicine.
• Obtain approval of all personal training clients with the Department Director before meeting with clients. Once approved, meet with clients for initial interview.
• Continually strive to obtain the most recent Health and Wellness Industry information and/or studies.
• Maintain a written attendance record for all training sessions with each client.
• Demonstrated ability to relate to and work with people of diverse backgrounds and cooperatively with all staff.
• Responsible for maintaining an appointment schedule and communicating any changes to that schedule with the client and Department Director.
• Maintain a safe environment:

• Review all policies outlined in the procedure manual regarding emergency procedures relating to injury or illness of a member.
• Know and enforce all Health & Wellness program policies, procedures and rules in a consistent, fair and firm manner.
• Supervise all Health & Wellness Center activities while on duty.
• Ensure a safe, effective and motivating exercise plan for clients; respond to incidents, accidents and emergencies appropriately, calmly and professionally.
• Protect the organization and the members from harm or suit.
• While on duty and not otherwise engaged with a member, circulate the Health & Wellness Center every 15 minutes.
• Never perform personal functions while on duty (e.g., talking on the phone, texting, writing, reading, exercising).
• Report emergency maintenance needs immediately to the maintenance department.
• Record and report any faulty equipment and/or lapse in maintenance. Process work request form and forward to Maintenance department and Department Director.
• Follow Health & Wellness rules on and off duty.
• Frequently familiarize yourself with Personal Training Instructor Manual.
• Administer proper CPR/AED in accordance with training and facility procedures.

• Maintain a pleasant and professional Health & Wellness environment:
• Contribute to the success of the Health and Wellness program; be on time for all appointments and prepared to conduct a safe and enjoyable program with your client.
• Conform to all dress codes as provided by the Department Director.
• Work with fellow staff and treat them with respect; communicate positively and support one another.
• Ensure the needs of all members are met through attention to detail.
• Be flexible and adaptable to accommodate members’ needs and wants.
• Be able to answer members’ questions, concerns, and complaints in a timely and courteous manner.
• Educate and communicate in a knowledgeable and professional manner.
• Respond to change and requests within the Health & Wellness Department with flexibility for efficient operation.
• Demonstrate teamwork and organization by communicating problems or constructive criticism to the Department Director at the end of your class.
• Assist with inside and outside promotions as they relate to the Health & Wellness program.
• Support and assist newly hired personal trainer instructors.
• Attend all mandatory in-house trainings and meetings.
• Maintain basic knowledge of…