Association Wellness Director - Parker Hannifin Downtown YMCA

Cleveland YMCA; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community organization is seeking a dynamic Association Wellness Director to lead innovative wellness programs and chronic disease interventions. This role involves strategic leadership, community outreach, and program development, ensuring the integration of wellness dimensions into YMCA offerings. You will collaborate with community leaders, manage budgets, and analyze program outcomes to enhance member engagement. Join a mission-driven team committed to building a healthy community and making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families. If you're passionate about wellness and have a knack for leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free YMCA membership

Employee discounts

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Paid vacation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in wellness program management and public health.
• Strong background in staff management and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead wellness and chronic disease intervention programs.
• Drive innovation in fitness and group exercise offerings.
• Supervise the Health Initiatives team and support staff.

Skills

Program Management

Community Relationship Building

Staff Management

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology

Bachelor's degree in Physical Education

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Association Wellness Director - Parker Hannifin Downtown YMCA

Parker Hannifin YMCA, Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 4:00 AM

At the Y, our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Join our Greater Cleveland YMCA team in living our cause and helping to provide quality, safe, and healthy programs and services in our community.

The Association Wellness Director leads the YMCA's wellness and chronic disease intervention programs. This role involves strategic leadership, program development, and community outreach. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing wellness programming strategies.
• Supporting branch Wellness staff.
• Driving innovation in fitness and group exercise programs.
• Acting as a spokesperson for the YMCA's chronic disease programs.
• Analyzing program data and ensuring outcome management.
• Supervising the Health Initiatives team and providing staff support.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and implement wellness programming strategies based on the association's strategic plan and goals, including strategies to support the integration of the 9 dimensions of wellness into Y programs and the advancement of the Y’s chronic disease intervention programs.
• Drive annual innovation in the YMCA wellness and GEX program offering that is sustained, impactful, and enhanced in future years.
• Develop, manage, and monitor assigned operating budgets and meet or exceed budget targets.
• Assist branch leadership in the oversight and evaluation of wellness programs to increase member engagement and retention, and provide recommendations on best practices and trends.
• Serve as a resource to the YMCA branch Wellness Directors and Coordinators to drive excellence in general fitness/group exercise (GEX) operations and programs/services to members and staff.
• Serve as a liaison, ambassador, and advocate for the YMCA’s chronic disease prevention and management programs within public health, physician, and payer communities.
• Act as Wellness speaker/spokesperson: Represent the YMCA at appropriate business & community groups and interface with news organizations and media outlets as requested.
• Attend community meetings on behalf of the YMCA and maintain appropriate relationships with area organizations and community leaders.
• Track and report key health & wellness goals – group exercise attendance, evidence-based program attendance, personal training, and health initiative programs.
• Analyze program data to ensure outcomes and outcome management for health partners, payors, and, when appropriate, Medicare and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Create and submit all required reports.
• Lead the Association’s Wellness LIT’s monthly meetings, subcommittee initiatives, and other key Association-wide work.
• Directly supervise the Health Initiatives team including interviewing, hiring, and training staff, planning, assigning, and directing work, conducting continuing education, and managing performance.
• Provide support to the recruitment, training, development, and evaluation of Wellness Directors and wellness staff.
• Serve as a member of Y management and support the overall objectives of the YMCA.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required. Preferred majors: Exercise Physiology, Physical Education, Sports Management.

Experience:

• (5) Five years of progressively responsible experience in program management in wellness and/or public health.
• (5) Five years of progressively responsible experience with staff management and supervision, fiscal management, program growth and retention, and community relationship building.
• Demonstrated community involvement and resource development experience.
• Demonstrated success in building strong partnerships effectively among a wide variety of stakeholders (physicians, public health officials, employers, community-based organizations, and health seekers) to advance a common cause.

Certification(s) and Requirements:

• Certification in CPR at the level of Basic Life Support or Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration and associated-determined safety training required within 30 days of hire.
• Current certification from an NCCA-accredited organization in either Personal Training or Group Exercise.

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• Must have basic expertise in common office software, including Word and Excel.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with and observe program participants, members, and YMCA staff.
• Proficient in and able to clearly communicate specific components and usage of cardio-respiratory, selectorized, free weight, and other common exercise equipment (i.e., rubberized resistance, stability balls, medicine balls, etc.).
• Ability to conduct scientifically valid fitness assessments and appropriately interpret the results.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission, cause of the YMCA, and uphold its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process: completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696-Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management, and human resources department(s).

About YMCA of Greater Cleveland: Our vision is to be the premier community-based, charitable organization that embraces collaborations to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes:

• A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part-time positions do not receive discount on childcare).
• Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee.
• Eligible employees receive comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation.