Personal Trainer - Part Time

Description

$18.00 - $20.00/hour

Day and Evening, Weekdays and Weekends as needed

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We focus our work in three key areas, youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We are committed to this cause because a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors.

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. 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.

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. Under the supervision of the Health and Wellness Director, the Personal Trainer will assist in ensuring that the members of the YMCA of Central New York receive the appropriate guidance in their pursuit to achieve their health and wellness goals. The Person al Trainer assures the 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.
• Will 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 work cooperatively with all staff.
• Responsible for maintaining an appointment schedule and communicating any changes to that schedule with the client and Department Director.

• 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.
• Ensures 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 i.e. any type of phone call to include texting, writing, reading, exercising, talking to friends or other employees. Remember you are here to train your client.
• 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.

• Contribute to the success of the Health and Wellness program; be on time for all appointments, and be 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 members and treat them with respect and always talk of them in a positive manner, supporting one another.
• Ens…