Fitness Center Associate, North Side YMCA

YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City; United States; Sur place; USD 11 000 - 16 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City is seeking a part-time Fitness Center Attendant to help ensure a safe, welcoming environment for members. You will monitor the fitness center, assist with program guidance, and support the Y’s mission through excellent service.

Applicants must be CPR PRO, AED, O2 and First Aid certified, be at least 16 years old, and commit to Foundations of Strength and Conditioning training within a year. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be CPR PRO, AED, O2 and First Aid certified.
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Foundations of Strength and Conditioning within 12 months of hire.
• Knowledge of current physical education principles.
• Experience establishing personal relationships.

Responsabilités

• Monitor the fitness center at all times and assist members.
• Encourage participation in programs and personal training.
• Clean cardiovascular and weight equipment and maintain towels/supply
• Re-rack dumbbells and plates; report equipment issues via log.
• Support fitness events and stay updated on trends and programs.

Connaissances

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Relationship building

Formation

CPR PRO, AED, O2 and First Aid certification

Foundations of Strength and Conditioning training

Description du poste

Description

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively impacts the lives of people in your community. Imagine sharing your passions and unique talents to build a better future for yourself and others. This is what it means to work at the Y. The Y offers more than a job. We offer the chance to make a difference in a fun, flexible environment, where our mission and values drive every decision we make.

*Starting at $10.00 per hour

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

To monitor the fitness center at all times while positively supporting the YMCA and its mission. Contribute to creating a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, by maintaining a neat, clean and safe environment. Proper maintenance and care of equipment, including regular cleaning is also a necessary and answer member questions or concerns at all times.

Schedule: Varies during the hours of operation of the YMCA

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Remain visible at all times while providing guidance and support for members in the fitness center
• Make an active effort to encourage members to participate in personal training or other YMCA programs
• Clean all cardiovascular and weight equipment
• Ensure that towels and full spray bottles are available to members
• Re-rack dumbbells and plates during off-peak hours and at the end of shift
• Communicate with the Director and members when equipment malfunctions by completing the Equipment Log
• Maintain an accurate service log, completing the recommended routine maintenance as directed by immediate supervisor
• Assist Director in the implementation of fitness events and programs
• Maintain current knowledge in fitness trends, innovations, programs, and ideas
• Handle and solve member inquiries, concerns, and complaints
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with members through a proactive approach
• Develop meaningful and sustainable relationships with members, donors and volunteers
• Maintain knowledge of current and upcoming YMCA events and programs
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and all-staff meetings
• Accept and demonstrate the positive character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility
• All other duties as assigned

EFFECT ON END RESULTS:

Increase member retention through communication, motivation and support to members. See that all members have access to a professionally conducted health screening, exercise prescription, appropriate equipment orientation and program re-evaluation.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be certified in CPR PRO, AED, O2 and First AID or become willing to become certified (Training provided by the Y)
• Must be at least 16 years old
• Knowledge and understanding of current physical education principals preferred.
• Must complete Foundations of Strength and Conditioning within 12 months of hire
• Experience establishing personal relationships
• Strong verbal, interpersonal and communication skills
• Required to lift excessive weigh (minimum 50 pounds)