Fitness Counselor

YMCA of Greater Dayton; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 15,153 - 20,112; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a part-time Fitness Counselor to provide instruction and support to members at the YMCA fitness center in Dayton, OH. The role involves promoting wellness, ensuring safety, and conducting fitness orientations. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 18 years old, and preferably possess certifications in Personal Training or Group Exercise Instruction. Join us in making our community stronger through fitness opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in fitness class participation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides proactive support to members and program participants in the Fitness Center.
• Increases awareness of healthy lifestyle factors.
• Conducts tours of wellness areas to prospective members.

Skills

Interest in fitness

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year college degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Personal Training certification

Group Exercise Instructor certification

Job description

Fitness Counselor

Downtown YMCA
Dayton, OH

Part-Time/Non-Exempt

$11.00-$14.60/Hour

Position Summary

Responsible for providing excellent instruction, motivation, and support to YMCA members and program participants in the fitness center and wellness areas.

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.We are nurturing we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Essential Functions

• Provides proactive support to members and program participants in the Fitness Center.
• Remains visible to participants when on duty.
• Increases member and program participant awareness of healthy lifestyle factors.
• Communicates and enforces any wellness center rules at participants’ comprehension level.
• Conducts tours of wellness areas to prospective members/program participants as needed.
• Promotes wellness and other YMCA programs.
• Responsible for all aspects of safety in wellness program areas.
• Inspects equipment within Fitness Center for safety hazards, damage or wear.
• Communicates to direct supervisor any concerns or incidents that may need follow-up.
• Communicates any suggestions to improve the programs within the wellness area.
• Maintains cleanliness of Fitness Center through routine cleaning schedule.
• Administers Fitness Orientations for youth and adult members and conducts Smart Start programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A 2-year college degree in Physical Education/Exercise Science/related field or applicable experience is preferred.
• Certifications which are helpful include Personal Training and Group Exercise Instructor.
• A high level of interest in the fitness field.
• Minimum of six months fitness class participation or fitness class assistant experience and a high level of interest in the fitness field.