Personal Trainer

JCC Association of North America; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary JCC membership

NJ Paid Sick Leave

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The JCC of Central NJ is seeking energetic, friendly, certified Personal Trainers for part-time weekday, evening, and weekend shifts in Scotch Plains, NJ. You will work with clients of varying ages and abilities, reporting to the Director of Fitness.

Compensation starts at $35/hour, with session-based pay and experience-based advancement. Responsibilities include creating and delivering personalized fitness programs, ensuring safe execution, and delivering exceptional customer service while

Qualifications

• Current Personal Training Certification (NCCA-accredited)
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications
• Knowledge of fitness equipment and body mechanics
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Experience with diverse client populations preferred

Responsibilities

• Design individual and small group exercise programs tailored to clients' needs and goals
• Execute fitness programs in a safe and effective way
• Help clients reach fitness and wellness goals through appropriate exercise selection
• Assist, train, and correct members in proper use of fitness equipment
• Positively represent the JCC with professional appearance and conduct
• Provide the highest quality of customer service to program participants
• Utilize interpersonal skills to grow the client base
• Function as a strong team player

Skills

NCCA accredited PT certification

CPR/AED

First Aid

Customer service

Flexible schedule

Job description

Location and Job Title:

Personal Trainer
JCC of Central NJ
1391 Martine Ave
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076

Principal Responsibilities:

Summary of Position:

The JCC is looking for energetic and friendly certified Personal Trainers with a keen understanding of customer service and professionalism. Part-time weekday, evening and weekend shifts available. Personal Trainers will have the opportunity to work with clients of varying ages, abilities, and backgrounds. This is a part-time, overtime non-exempt position reporting to the Director of Fitness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design individual and small group exercise programs tailored to the needs and attainable goals of specific clients
• Execute fitness programs designed in a safe and effective way
• Help clients reach their fitness and wellness goals through appropriate exercise selection
• Proactively assist, train and correct members with proper use of fitness equipment
• Positively represent the JCC with professional appearance and conduct
• Provide the highest quality of customer service to program participants
• Utilize strong interpersonal skills with an eagerness to grow client base
• Function as a strong team player

Key Benefits Offered:

• Complimentary JCC membership, including member pricing on programs
• NJ Paid Sick Leave
• Flexible schedule

Compensation: starting at $35/hour ($17.50 per 30-minute session); commensurate with experience and certifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualifications and Skills:

• Current Personal Training Certification (nationally recognized and NCCA accredited)
• CPR/AED Certification (American Red Cross or equivalent)
• First Aid Certification (American Red Cross or equivalent)
• Current and broad knowledge of fitness equipment and body mechanics
• Ability to interact with clients in a positive and encouraging manner
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Practical experience in the field preferred

Physical Demands:

• Work in cooler temperatures (fitness center may be cooler than remaining facility)
• Lift a minimum of 50 pounds from the floor
• Ability to stand or move for an extended period of time

Salary:

Under $25,000

Agency Information:

The JCC of Central NJ's mission is to educate, enrich and empower our community - from generation to generation.

Our Vision is: In our community, with our community for our community.

As a Jewish Community Center, we are grounded in Jewish values and traditions and believe in fostering inclusion, creating connections and ensuring continuity for our community.