Fitness Floor Monitor

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Household Gym Membership

Free Group Exercise Classes

Free Pool Access

Program Discounts

Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities

Opportunities for Growth andLeadership

Build Your Resume

Engage With Your Community

Job summary

The YMCA of Columbia-Willamette is seeking a Fitness Floor Monitor to guide members and support Healthy Living and Youth Development programs. Under supervision of Healthy Living Program Coordinator, you will lead orientations, monitor wellness floors, assist with cardio/strength activities, and ensure safety and cleanliness.

Schedule includes evenings and weekends; opportunities for growth and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Friendly, enthusiastic and compassionate attitude with a passion to motivate members.
• Experience using basic computer software.
• Must pass YMCA background check.

Responsibilities

• Monitor fitness programs and supervise wellness floors.
• Conduct new member and youth cardio/strength orientations.
• Maintain equipment, perform routine cleaning and safety checks.
• Provide guidance on form and technique; motivate members toward wellness goals.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies per YMCA policies.

Skills

CPR Certification

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Scheduling software

Audio equipment

Online training software

Job description

The YMCA of Columbia-Willamette is a mission driven organization, which seeks individuals who are enthusiastic and passionate about our mission and vision. We do this by putting the Christian principles of love, respect, honesty, responsibility, and service into practice.

Objective:

Under the direction of the Healthy Living Program Coordinator, Fitness Floor Monitor is responsible for providing guidance and leadership to all members, especially in the Healthy Living and Youth Development Departments.

Potential for Scheduled Hours: M, Tu, Th, F 3:30-8:30pm. W 2:30-8:30pm. Sa 10:30-3pm. Sun 12-4 pm

Why Should You Apply:

• Free Household Gym Membership
• Free Group Exercise Classes
• Free Pool Access
• Program Discounts
• Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Opportunities for Growth and Leadership Development
• Build Your Resume
• Engage With Your Community

Job Responsibilities:

As a Fitness Floor Monitor you will monitor fitness programs, including cardiovascular exercise, strength training, orientations, and general facility use. Execute new member orientations as well as youth cardio / strength orientations by providing knowledge of equipment, and basic fitness direction. Some maintenance of equipment, regular facility maintenance, and some cleanings are necessary requirements of this position. The Floor Monitor will supervise activity on the wellness floors, including but not limited to authorized youth spaces. The ability to work with a diverse population of members ranging from teens to seniors is necessary.

Job Specifics:

• Provide guidance to members on form and technique in the weight room/aerobic rooms
• Be able to motivate and lead through their wellness goals.
• Must be organized, a good communicator and have excellent time management skills
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures (dress code, etc.)
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings on fitness orientations.
• Consistently uphold and enforce the Youth Policy.
• Support membership retention efforts by fostering positive member experiences through personalized interactions, class assistance, cardio and strength orientations, and maintaining an enthusiastic, approachable, and encouraging presence.
• Answer phones, provide follow up calls, and direct inquiries accordingly in a friendly, professional manner
• Gather information for the purpose of increasing members' knowledge of health & fitness

Requirements

Essential Functions:

• Listen first & respond with empathy
• Be able to work independently and maintain / organize files, schedules, and appointments
• Lift up to 45 pounds, and ability to spot members lifting free weights
• Follow dress code, all other Sherwood Regional Family YMCA policies
• Respond accordingly to critical incidents and emergency situations
• Ability to effectively use standard software including those required during online trainings, scheduling software and manage audio equipment with Bluetooth functionality
• Take ownership of the healthy living fitness floor to include cleaning and organization of cardio/strength equipment and re-stocking of supplies when necessary to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• A friendly, enthusiastic, and compassionate attitude with a passion to motivate members/clients and willingness to provide current information and instruction to help clients achieve their health & wellness goals
• Experience using basic computer software and audio equipment
• Must pass YMCA background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Nationally recognized and current certification(s) in personal training with experience in the health and fitness industry
• Specific knowledge of and experience with fitness equipment including but not limited to: selectorized, cardio, circuit, free-weight, functional, and plate loaded