Personal Trainer

Paycom; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Bob Adams Family YMCA in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Part Time Personal Trainer to design and implement individualized training programs. You will guide members toward realistic health goals and monitor progress with safe exercise techniques.

The role requires CPR, First Aid, AED within 30 days, and YMCA certifications within stated timelines. Responsibilities include scheduling, safety checks, and active engagement with members and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CPR, First Aid and AED certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles certification must be completed within 60 days.
• Certification by a YMCA nationally recognized organization (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM, ACSM).
• Complete YMCA of the USA New Employee Orientation e-learning course.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement personalized training programs with realistic health goals.
• Instruct proper exercise technique and safe use of equipment.
• Schedule and follow up with members and provide progress updates.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of Wellness Center and equipment.
• Support staff meetings and ongoing training.
• Communicate via required digital tools to stay connected about work tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR, First Aid, AED within 30 days

YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles within 60 days

Certification by YMCA recognized organization (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM, ACSM)

Complete YMCA of the USA New Employee Orientation

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Bob Adams Family YMCA - Lakeland, FL, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for the one-on-one personal and extensive instruction and progression of an individual’s health and well-being. Responsible for helping a YMCA member to design a safe and effective personal health and wellness program that will allow the person to reach their personal goals and promotes engagement in the YMCA.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Works with member in designing and implementing a personal training/exercise program to include realistic, healthy lifestyle goals.
2. Information disseminated to members must remain in the scope of certification.
3. Schedules appointments with members; make reminder calls and follows-up with member between appointments.
4. Instruct member on proper use of equipment, proper exercise technique and intensity.
5. Assist in maintaining the Wellness Center equipment and facilities, including cleanliness.
6. Attend and participate in all required staff meetings and continuing job training.
7. Visually inspect work area and equipment for safety and risk, report to supervisor in writing any problems.
8. Maintains positive relations with members and other staff. Models relationship-building skills including Listen First in all interactions.
9. Communicate with management by using required digital technology to stay connected regarding work-related business.
10. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s 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 others. 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 new 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.

The Y:

We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high‑value experience for members.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum age requirement – 18 years of age
2. High school graduate or equivalent.
3. CPR, First Aid, & AED certifications required within 30 days of employment.
4. YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles certification within 60 days of employment.
5. Certification by a YMCA nationally recognised organisation (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM, ACSM).
6. Complete YMCA of the USA New Employee Orientation e-learning course.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position will require sudden movements, sitting, stepping, standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, and lifting. This position, by definition, is physically demanding and requires the person to be physically fit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.