Fitness Attendant

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago in Lake Zurich, IL is seeking an energetic fitness leader to provide customer service, guidance, and leadership to all members and participants. You will design and deliver fitness programs including cardiovascular exercise, muscle conditioning and flexibility to help members reach their health goals.

Responsibilities include representing the YMCA, maintaining certifications, promoting programs, and ensuring safety in the fitness area while motivating members to

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and able to lead and motivate members.
• Certifications in YMCA Health and Fitness or ACE equivalent within defined timelines.
• CPR and First Aid certifications current.

Responsibilities

• Designs and delivers fitness programs meeting individual members’ needs.
• Instructs members on correct position and body alignment to prevent injuries.
• Represents the YMCA by promoting programs and maintaining member engagement.
• Maintains current certifications and supports center operations.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Fitness program design

Group instruction

Job description

Job Summary and Key Accountabilities

Provide customer service, guidance, and leadership to all members and participants. Create and deliver fitness programs, including cardiovascular exercise, muscle conditioning and flexibility.

Scope of Responsibilities

Designs and delivers fitness programs that meet individual members’ needs. Represents the YMCA by utilizing tools and information to increase member knowledge of fitness as well as other programs provided through the YMCA (handouts, charts, brochures, etc.). Develops and maintains professional relationships with members by providing personal attention every shift to all participants through a proactive approach. Provides assistance/guidance and makes an effort to acknowledge all members in the fitness room. Instructs members on correct position and body alignment to prevent injuries. Responds to, and reports, accidents and incidents. Reports equipment problems. Attends staff meetings and trainings. Maintains current certifications. Discusses and promotes all YMCA programs. Motivates members to commit to long-term participation. Supports the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be at least 18 years of age. YMCA Basic Fitness Leadership certification within first 6 months of employment or have current A.C.E. Certification or equivalent Principles of YMCA Health and Fitness certification must be obtained within 90 days from date of hire. Have current (within 30 days from date of hire) CPR and First Aid certifications. Working knowledge of preventative health and fitness programs and philosophy. Ability to motivate and lead members. Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations. Ability to communicate to large and small groups of members and the ability to work with varying fitness levels and ages. Ability to set up, move, and store equipment.