Fitness Staff - Wildwood YMCA

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Wildwood (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Savings

Retirement fund after 1,000 hours

Tuition discount at Missouri Baptist U

Free YMCA nationwide membership

Job summary

The Gateway Region YMCA is seeking a part-time Wellness Coach in Missouri to create a welcoming environment, guide members toward health goals, and share wellness information. You will coach based on readiness to change and monitor individual progress within a supportive team setting.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, following safety policies, and contributing to a positive member experience while supporting diverse populations and inclusive practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Creates a safe environment where all individuals feel welcomed and respected; builds relationships with and among members and program participants.
• Coaches members based on readiness to change; regularly checks progress toward personal and program goals.
• Shares wellness program information with members using available tools and resources.
• Identifies and celebrates member successes and supports development of health and wellness goals based on personal, cultural, healthcare needs, abilities and interests.
• Maintains knowledge of wellness trends to provide effective information and support.
• Maintains and cleans equipment according to schedule; follows YMCA policies; responds to emergencies.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• Base Pay $15.00 - $17.00 / Hour
• Job Category Part Time
• Industry Health and Wellness
• Employee Type Part Time
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Lynn Kelly
• Email [e-mail]

Description

• Creates a safe environment in which all individuals feel welcomed and respected; build 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.
• Shares wellness program information with members, using available tools and resources.
• Asks and answers questions 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 supervisor.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School diploma or equivalent

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

• 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after completing 1,000 hours of service during any two 12-month period.
• 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
• Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide