Personal Trainer - Fitton Family YMCA

Great Miami Valley YMCA; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Personal Trainer to join their Wellness Department. In this part-time role, you will lead personalized and group exercise sessions, helping clients achieve their health goals in a supportive environment. You will also promote personal training programs while ensuring safety and adherence to best practices. This position is ideal for someone with a passion for fitness and a commitment to community service, offering a chance to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals of all ages. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to fostering healthy lifestyles and character values.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in health and fitness preferred.
• Must obtain CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Develops and instructs personal and group training sessions.
• Tracks and evaluates health history and fitness assessments.

Skills

Personal Training

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Motivation Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nationally Accredited Personal Training Certification

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Position Summary

Under the direction of the Wellness Director and in accordance with the Christian mission and purpose of the Great Miami Valley YMCA Association, the Personal Trainer is responsible for planning and leading a range of individualized or group exercise/activity sessions for clients in a fitness specialty area. This position performs a variety of fitness programs that are both educational and motivational.

Position Details

• Title: Personal Trainer
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Status: Part Time
• Department: Wellness
• Reports to: Wellness Director
• Starting Pay Rate: $15.00/hourly

YMCA Mission & Impact

Our Mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Our Impact: To strengthen our community by providing opportunities to serve children, individuals, and families in a safe environment which encourages all to live healthy lives and to exhibit positive character values such as faith, caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Essential Functions

1. Develops, implements, and instructs a variety of personal and group training sessions for clients. Provides encouragement and expertise for the client in support of their health and well-being goals.
2. Administers, tracks, and evaluates health history questionnaires, fitness assessments, and other pre-participation documentation with regard to individual exercise programs.
3. Promotes and sells personal training programs and services.
4. Reports all program suggestions, problems, and concerns to Wellness Director.
5. Maintains required Continuing Education Credits (CEC’s), national certifications, and YMCA certifications.
6. Attends all staff meetings and YMCA trainings as required.

Leadership Competencies

Mission Advancement: Demonstrates the Y’s values, serves others, supports fundraising, and builds effective relationships.

Collaboration: Works effectively with diverse individuals, builds rapport, seeks to understand others, and assists in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, embraces new approaches, establishes goals, and follows policies.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development, adapts to change, and maintains up-to-date knowledge and skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: 1 year experience in health and fitness, personal training, and group training.
• Must have a nationally accredited personal training certification.
• Willing to obtain CPR, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen Administration certifications within 60 days of hire.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and work with all age groups and skill levels.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and be mobile for most of the shift.
• Ability to instruct and observe proper exercise techniques.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move heavy equipment.
• Ability to react calmly in emergencies.

Please submit current certifications under "Other" documents.