Personal Trainer (Portage Location)

Kzooymca; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Kzooymca is seeking a dedicated Personal Trainer at its Portage location. This part-time position involves instructing clients and providing excellent service to promote member wellness. Applicants should possess required certifications such as CPR and AED, and have a National Certification in Personal Training.

The role emphasizes building relationships within the community while adhering to YMCA policies. Ideal candidates will have prior experience and a commitment to personal and community wellness.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a related field.
• Required certifications: CPR, AED, and a national certification in personal training.
• Completion of YMCA Personal Trainer Program required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and create safe exercise programs for members.
• Maintain effective relationships with members.
• Follow YMCA policies and respond to emergencies.

Skills

CPR certification

AED certification

National Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM)

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of fitness programs

Education

Certification in Personal Training

Tools

Cardiovascular equipment

Resistance equipment

Job description

Personal Trainer (Portage Location)# Personal Trainer (Portage Location)Portage - Portage, MI 49024## OverviewPosition TypePart TimeJob ShiftAnyCategoryHealth & Wellness## Description**YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo** **JOB DESCRIPTION**Job Title: **Personal Trainer – Part-Time**Pay Rate: **negotiable****** **POSITION SUMMARY:**Instructs clients, provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**1. Create and instruct safe and appropriate exercise programs for members. (Caring, Responsibility, Honesty, Respect, Cause Driven, Exceed Expectation)2. Communicate and interpret YMCA objectives and procedures to staff and participants. (Responsibility, Respect, Caring)3. Build effective relationships with members; help members connect with each other and the YMCA. (Caring, Responsibility, Honesty, Respect, Cause Driven, Exceed Expectation)4. Maintain working knowledge of wellness and trend to provide effective information and support to members. (Responsibility)5. Follow YMCA policies and procedures; respond to emergency situations. (Caring, Responsibility, Honesty, Respect, Cause Driven, Exceed Expectation)**YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader):***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. Supports fundraising.*Collaboration:* Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. 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 - reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.*Personal Growth**:* Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well - uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.## Qualifications**QUALIFICATIONS:**1. One to three years’ experience in a related field2. **Required certifications: CPR, AED, National Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in Personal Training or YMCA Foundations of Personal Training Certification.**3. Completion of the YMCA Personal Trainer Program is required before assignment of clients.4. Must be able to instruct on a variety of resistance and cardiovascular equipment.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**1. Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness.2. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.