Part-Time Fitness Coach & Member Safety

YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South Olive Branch YMCA is seeking a Part-time Program Associate to supervise and orient members in the wellness/fitness area, ensuring safety and member satisfaction.

The role includes fitness evaluations, equipment orientations, assisting with proper exercise form, and enforcing YMCA policies—with early opening duties and opportunities to participate in departmental events and trainings.

Qualifications

• Promotes and incorporates the YMCA four core values and character development model in all branch activities.
• Current state approved CPR certification*.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience/knowledge in exercise science/physiology
• Excellent personal and organizational skills
• Willingness and ability to provide good customer service to all members
• Learn and understand YMCA history, mission and philosophy
• Relevant YMCA certifications**
• At hire or earliest possible training. Within 30 days of employment or first available offering

Responsibilities

• Fitness Evaluation: provide fitness evaluations.
• Fitness Orientation: provide fitness equipment orientations.
• Assist with safe and proper exercise form and technique.
• Equipment Maintenance: ensure equipment is cleaned and in good working condition.
• Environmental Responsibilities: keep fitness areas and YMCA spaces clean and sanitized; enforce policies.
• Administrative Duties: attend meetings, open facilities at 4:45 am, assist with facility tours, represent YMCA at events, complete trainings.
• Other Duties: supervisors may assign additional duties; report work time via YMCA clocking method.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

State CPR certification

High School diploma

Exercise science/physiology knowledge

YMCA certifications

Job description

YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South Olive Branch YMCA is seeking a Part-time Program Associate to supervise and orient members in the wellness/fitness area, ensuring safety and member satisfaction.

The role includes fitness evaluations, equipment orientations, assisting with proper exercise form, and enforcing YMCA policies—with early opening duties and opportunities to participate in departmental events and trainings.