PARKINSONS GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR (SAMPSON COUNTY YMCA)

YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina is seeking a Parkinsons Group Exercise Instructor for the Clinton, NC location. The part-time role involves leading safe, engaging group classes in the Healthy Living Department, following PWR!

Moves and cycling formats, and supporting member wellness. Typical duties include training completion within 30–60 days, class setup and teardown, accurate attendance, and providing clear modifications for participants while maintaining YMCA standards and safety

Qualifications

• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required.
• At least 6 months of experience in wellness/fitness field.
• Ability to conduct classes safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Attend a 2-day virtual training for PWR! Moves and related trainings within 30–60 days of hire.
• Assist with leading energizing, safe, and educational group classes in line with YMCA mission.
• Follow Parkinson’s PWR! Moves exercises and cycling program formats.
• Offer exercises suitable for participants; monitor progression and provide modifications.
• Demonstrate proper use of cycling room equipment and PWR! Moves movements.
• Build authentic relationships with members and help them connect with the YMCA.
• Keep accurate class attendance records.
• Assist in equipment maintenance and report any breakage to the Director.
• Report to work 5 minutes before class for setup/teardown and reliability in scheduling.
• Follow YMCA policies; respond to emergencies as needed.

Education

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Job description

Position: PARKINSONS GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR (SAMPSON COUNTY YMCA)

Location: Clinton, NC

Job Id: 293

# of Openings: 1

Job Title: PARKINSON Instructor, Healthy Living Department

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Part-time, hourly

Pay Rate: $17/hour

POSITION SUMMARY

Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Attend a 2-day virtual training for PWR! Moves and successfully complete as well as other online trainings within 30-60 days of being hired.
• Assist with leading energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Follows the Parkinson’s PWR! Moves exercises and cycling program format.
• Offer exercises suited to the population, monitors progression, and offers modifications.
• Responsible for knowing how to demonstrate use of all equipment provided in the cycling room and for PWR! Moves exercises.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records.
• Responsible for walking around and assisting with correcting form during class.
• Assist in maintaining equipment and informing Director of any breakage or items needing replacement.
• Report to work 5 minutes prior to class to prepare for class and ensure proper set up and tear down of class.
• Be dependable for weekly classes and responsible for covering the classes assigned to. Any substitutes should be called into their Director/Coordinator.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces innovative approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness
to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED
• At least 6 months of experience working in wellness field.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to conduct classes and activities.
• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position that includes leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.