FITNESS COACH

FOOTHILLS AREA YMCA; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 11,365 - 16,186; Part time

Job summary

FOOTHILLS AREA YMCA in Seneca, SC is seeking a dedicated Fitness Coach to engage and support members in their wellness journey. This role involves conducting appointments, maintaining a safe environment, and providing coaching to help clients achieve their health goals.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, required certifications, and experience building relationships across diverse backgrounds. Join us in promoting health and community involvement!

Qualifications

• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required.
• Bloodborne Pathogens and Child Abuse Prevention training required within 30 days of hire.
• At least one year of experience developing positive relationships with diverse individuals.

Responsibilities

• Conducts FITQUEST appointments and engages with members in the fitness center.
• Creates a safe environment for all individuals.
• Coaches members on achieving their health goals.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Inclusion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Location: Foothills Area YMCA – Seneca, SC 29672

Salary Range: $10.00 hourly

Position Summary

The Fitness Coach at Anytown YMCA serves others by intentionally welcoming, connecting, and supporting them, inviting them to get involved and give back to the community.

Essential Functions

• Conducts FITQUEST appointments as outlined in program guidelines.
• Circulates the fitness center, engaging with all members.
• Offers assistance and suggestions when needed to members.
• Creates a safe environment in which all individuals feel welcomed and respected; builds relationships with and among members and program participants.
• Communicates appropriately with individuals based on readiness to change; coaches them in support of their desired behavior change and regularly checks on members’ progress in meeting personal and program goals.
• Conducts TeenQuest and Kids Cardio appointments as outlined in program guidelines to orient youth ages 10‑14 on how to safely use cardio and strength machines.
• Shares wellness program information with members, using available tools and resources (e.g., handouts, schedules).
• Asks and answers questions (e.g., post‑enrollment interview) and displays empathy in support of helping members and program participants define and build confidence to achieve their health and wellness goals based on their personal goals, cultural background, healthcare needs, diverse abilities and interests; develops plans to meet their individual needs.
• Identifies and celebrates the successes of members and program participants.
• Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Maintains and cleans equipment according to the schedule or as requested by the supervisor.

Leadership Competencies

• Communication
• Developing Self & Others
• Inclusion

Policies for Direct Youth Supervision

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
• Attend required abuse risk management training.
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high‑risk activities and supervising youth.
• Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.

Policies for Non‑Direct Youth Supervision

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
• Attend required abuse risk management training.
• Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
• Maintenance employees and volunteers—ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high‑risk locations (locker rooms and bathrooms, hallways, stairwells), etc.
• Front desk personnel—ensure youth are properly signed in and signed out, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required.
• Bloodborne Pathogens and Child Abuse Prevention training required within 30 days of hire.
• At least one year of experience developing positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.