Wellness Coach

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario; Northeastern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership + 10% off family

Paid personal/sick days

Employee & Family Assistance Program

YMCA Federation Pension Plan

Mileage reimbursement

Team events

Learning & development opportunities

Flexible hours + hybrid work options

Job summary

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario seeks a Wellness Coach to provide one-on-one health assessments, program development, and coaching at the Durham location in Sudbury. You will use motivational interviewing and CBT-based approaches to guide clients through behaviour change.

The role is part-time, with 10 hours weekly and a pay rate of $18.27 per hour. This position offers hybrid work options and opportunities to support community wellbeing.

Qualifications

• OSSD or equivalent required.
• Post-secondary education in social/human services is an asset.
• WHMIS, First Aid/CPR C, and vulnerable-sector check are required.

Responsibilities

• Design personalized wellness programs based on member needs.
• Motivate clients to achieve exercise, nutrition, and stress goals.
• Recruit members for wellness coaching services.
• Maintain clear communication with clients and staff.
• Schedule sessions and accurately track progress.

Skills

Excellent communication

Excellent interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Time management

Customer service

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

College diploma or University degree in sociology, psychology, or social work

Tools

WHMIS Certification

Standard First Aid and CPR C

Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

Job description

We are currently looking for Wellness Coach to join our team of committed professionals. This Part-Time position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s Durham location in Sudbury.

Under the leadership of the Supervisor of Health & Wellness, the Wellness Coach provides direct one-on-one health and wellness assessment, program development along with wellness coaching. This job is also responsible for using Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Relationship Based Change, and Action and Commitment Therapy to assist clients through the stages of behaviour change.

START DATE: As Soon As Possible

LOCATION: Durham, Sudbury

RATE OF PAY: $ 18.27 / Hourly

HOURS: 10 Hours / Weekly

Major Responsibilities

• Based on member consultations and the accepted best practices, design personalized wellness coach programs for clients using Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Relationship Based Change, Action and Commitment Therapy
• Motivate and inspire clients to attain goals related to exercise, nutrition and stress
• Proactively recruit members as wellness coaching clients
• Maintain effective communication with clients and YMCA staff
• Respond to members inquiries regarding programs and or equipment promptly
• Schedule appointments for self and other staff on the fitness floor
• Accurately track all sessions conducted with clients
• Incorporate SAM Standards into daily responsibilities
• Build relationships with members and guests, and promote the YMCA as a charitable organization

Qualifications

• Possession of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
• College diploma or University degree in sociology, psychology, or social work are considered an asset.
• WHMIS Certification
• YMCA Wellness Coach (or equivalent) in good standing
• Minimum of three (3) months of assisting clients through stages of behaviour change experience required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and a strong team player
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Solid knowledge of community resources
• Crisis management skills
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C
• Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

What We Offer

As a charity and community-based organization, we know how important connection and wellness is, and we offer a workplace that invests in people. We provide:

• Free YMCA membership + 10% off family membership
• Paid personal/sick days
• Employee & Family Assistance Program with counselling, coaching, legal + financial supports
• YMCA Federation Pension Plan
• Mileage reimbursement
• Team events + staff recognition
• Learning & development opportunities
• Flexible hours + hybrid work options (role dependent)