Benjamin Harrison YMCA - Associate Wellness Director

Ymca; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Paid Time Off and Sick Time

Insurance

Free child care (20 hours per week)

Flexible Hours/Scheduling

Retirement

Discounted Program Fees

Professional Development

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Indianapolis is seeking an Associate Wellness Director at Benjamin Harrison YMCA in Indianapolis, IN. The role focuses on developing and implementing wellness programs while working with staff, members and participants on the front line.

The position involves 80% frontline duties and 20% coordination/administrative work, with daily supervision of Wellness staff to ensure training, program coverage and excellent member service.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Wellness, Exercise Science, Health/PE or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years YMCA or similar agency experience.
• Certifications in personal training and group exercise are required/plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and implementation of designated wellness programs.
• Supervise Wellness staff, ensure training, coverage, and member service.
• Manage personnel, planning, budgeting, and record-keeping responsibilities for programs.

Skills

Staff supervision

Program planning

Budget management

Public relations

Leadership

Education

BA/BS in Wellness or related field

Tools

ACSM Certification

NSCA Certification

ACE Certification

Group Exercise Certification

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Benjamin Harrison YMCA - Indianapolis, IN 46216Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $43,888.00 - $46,008.00 SalaryJob Category: Health and Wellness

Benefits Include:

• Free Household YMCA of Greater Indianapolis Membership
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Insurance
• 20 Hours Per Week of Free Child Care
• Flexible Hours/ Scheduling
• Retirement
• Discounted Program Fees
• Professional Development

Under the direction of the Director of Wellness, and under the guidance of the Associate Executive Director, the Associate Wellness Director will supervise the development and implementation of designated wellness programs of the YMCA. This position is primarily responsible for working with our staff, our members and program participants on the front line (approximately 80% time spent in frontline duties and 20% in coordination/ administrative duties). Also included is the daily supervision of Wellness staff to ensure proper training, consistent coverage of programs, and excellent member service.

Qualifications

This position requires a BA/ BS degree in Wellness, Exercise Science, Health/ Physical Education or a related field, or its equivalent in experience, and 2-3 years experience in YMCA/ similar agency and a strong commitment to the YMCA philosophy and values. Due to the focus of this position, qualified applicants will be certified in personal training (ACSM, NSCA, ACE, other approved national certification) and a national group exercise certification or related experience in the areas of group exercise class instruction is also a plus. Well defined administration skills and proven abilities in the areas of personnel management (hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating), program planning, budget, conflict resolution, public relations and record-keeping and facility utilization, maintenance and care are required. The Associate Wellness Director is part of a staff team and must possess a leadership style that is team oriented. The position requires continual pursuit of further education in the areas of exercise science, wellness, supervision, and member service.