Personal Trainer

YMCA of Greenville; Colonial Hills (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wages advances

Free individual Y membership with 75% 

50% Discount on Programs

20% Discount on Personal Training

12% Retirement Contribution

403b Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

The YMCA of Greenville is seeking a part-time Personal Trainer to serve members in health and fitness, delivering one-on-one programs tailored to individual goals. You will assess, design and monitor exercise plans, while promoting our four core values and providing excellent member service.

Responsibilities include fitness testing, program development, documentation, and ongoing professional development. This role offers member benefits, flexible hours, and opportunities to advance within a

Qualifications

• Current certification (NCCA, ACSM, NSCA, NETA, NASM or ACE) required or obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Associate degree in an exercise-related field or equivalent health/fitness experience.
• Strong member service mindset and ability to promote health and wellness.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate as a Wellness Coach.
• Provide comprehensive fitness assessments for members and clients.
• Provide personalized exercise programs for members and clients.
• Ensure proper administrative responsibilities are followed to document sessions with clients.
• Demonstrate exceptional knowledge of exercise modes and techniques.
• Promote YMCA values to members and clients.
• Obtain relevant CEUs and keep certifications up to date.
• Perform related projects and trainings as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain knowledge on how to use all exercise equipment.
• Ensure exercise programs deliver measurable results and client satisfaction.

Skills

Member service

Time management

Marketing and sales

MS Office

Email communication

Education

Associate degree in Exercise Related Field

Tools

NCCA/ACSM/NSCA/NETA/NASM/ACE certification

Job description

Overview

The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Personal Trainer is responsible for serving members in the areas of health and fitness. This role is responsible for serving members in the areas of health and fitness. This person will have the advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully work one-on-one with clients desiring a program tailored to meet their specific needs.

Not only will you be part of amazing mission driven work, but we also offer the following benefits for our Part-time Staff:

• Access to your Earned Wages before scheduled Pay Days!
• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, sports, and aquatics.
• 20% Discount on Personal Training.
• 12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan.

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.

We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.

We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.

We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate as a Wellness Coach
• Provide comprehensive fitness assessments for members and clients.
• Provide personalized exercise programs for members and clients.
• Ensure proper administrative responsibilities are followed to document sessions with clients.
• Demonstrate exceptional knowledge of exercise modes and techniques.
• Promote and incorporate the YMCA’s 4 core values to members and clients.
• Obtain relevant CEC’s and keep certifications up to date.
• Perform projects/duties as assigned (Newsletters, Articles, Staff Trainings, Workshops, Health Education, etc.) by supervisor.
• Possess comprehensive knowledge on how to use all exercise equipment.
• Ensure exercise programs provide measurable results and that the client is satisfied with training.
• Provide adequate work availability for members and clients.
• Adhere to the Non-Compete Clause stating that you will not train with specific YMCA of Greenville competitors.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers
• Follow mandated reporting requirements
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities
  • Front Desk Personnel- ensure consumers are properly signed in and out, ensure only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Inclusion
• Developing Others
• Communication

Qualifications

• Current NCCA Personal Trainer, ACSM, NSCA, NETA, NASM, or ACE certification.
• CPR/First Aid & AED Certified or certification attained within 30 days of employment.
• Excellent member service skills.
• Excellent knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, & physiology.
• Marketing and sales ability.
• Computer skills involving Microsoft Office and email.
• Desire for health, wellness, and fitness promotion.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Personal passion for health and fitness.

BENEFICIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree in Exercise Related Field and/or equivalent health and fitness experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently move throughout the facilities
• Maintain a stationary position for more than 2.5 hours per day
• Must be able to communicate effectively with program participants and exchange accurate and appropriate directions.
• Frequently moves program supplies up to 100 pounds.