Personal Trainer

YMCA of Greenville; Greenville (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wages Access

Free Y Membership

Program Discounts

Retirement Plan

403b Plan

Job summary

YMCA of Greenville seeks a part-time Personal Trainer to help members with health and fitness. You will design and deliver tailored exercise programs, perform comprehensive assessments, and ensure proper documentation of sessions and progress.

Required certifications include a current NCCA-recognized credential (ACSM/NSCA/NETA/NASM/ACE) and CPR/First Aid & AED. Strong member service, anatomy knowledge, and time management are essential. Microsoft Office proficiency is expected.

Qualifications

• Current NCCA qualifying certification (ACSM, NSCA, NETA, NASM, or ACE) is required.
• CPR/First Aid & AED certified or obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Excellent member service and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of human anatomy, and exercise principles.
• Ability to market and sell fitness programs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and email.

Responsibilities

• Actively promote wellness coaching to members and clients.
• Provide comprehensive fitness assessments and personalized exercise programs.
• Document sessions and maintain accurate records.
• Demonstrate knowledge of exercise modes and techniques.
• Ensure client satisfaction and measurable results.
• Adhere to YMCA policies and abuse risk management.

Skills

Member service excellence

Program design

Communication

Time management

Fitness assessment

Education

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

Associate degree in Exercise Related Field

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.