Health & Wellness Specialist

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Individual Membership

Retirement Savings: 12% employer

Paid Sick Time

Professional Growth

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is seeking a Health & Wellness Specialist to provide fitness equipment orientations, promote health services, and maintain a clean, welcoming fitness area. Open shifts include Monday through Friday from 3:30PM to 7:00PM; the role is part-time and non-exempt (up to 25 hours/week).

Compensation ranges from $14.35 to $17.93 per hour, with YMCA membership as a benefit. Responsibilities include monitoring member activities, giving tours, handling complaints, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; health/wellness degree or active Personal Training Certification preferred.
• Ability to interact with people of all backgrounds and lead fitness activities.
• Experience with software applications; YMCA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proper equipment use and exercise form
• Monitors member activities on fitness equipment, indoor track, gym floor and locker rooms
• Maintains clean, presentable workout areas
• Provides outstanding member service
• Gives tours to prospective members
• Handles member complaints
• Stays current with health/wellness trends
• Sets up equipment for group exercises and sports activities
• Enforces YMCA guidelines

Skills

Fitness instruction

Member service

Communication

Education

Health & wellness degree or PT cert

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Health & Wellness Specialist provides fitness equipment orientations, promotes YMCA health and wellness services, maintains and cleans equipment, and enforces recreation guidelines.

Open shifts include, Monday through Friday from 3:30PM - 7:00PM.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates proper equipment use and exercise form
• Monitors member activities on the fitness equipment, indoor track, gym floor and locker rooms.
• Maintains all areas in clean, presentable fashion
• Provides outstanding member service
• Give tours to prospective members
• Handles member complaints
• Stays current with advances in the health and wellness field
• Sets up equipment for group exercise and various sports activities.
• Enforces YMCA member guidelines.

Performs any other functions deemed necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids

COMPENSATION

$14.35 - $17.93 ; Part Time; Non Exempt (up to 25hrs/week)

BENEFITS:

• Free YMCA Individual Membership – Enjoy full access to facilities.
• Retirement Savings – 12% employer retirement contribution, no match requirement (upon eligibility) and a 403(b) savings plan.
• Paid Sick Time – Earn paid sick leave so you can focus on feeling your best when it matters most.
• Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential resources and counseling for you and your family.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required. This location requires highly qualified Health & Wellness Specialists, therefore it is required that candidates are either currently pursuing a health and wellness related degree, hold a health and wellness related degree, and/or have an active Personal Training Certification. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles. Ability to actively take part and lead fitness activities. Working knowledge of computers and experience with a variety of software applications. YMCA experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

• CPR, AED, Oxygen and First Aid Certification required within first 60 days
• Blood Borne Pathogen training
• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL

0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.