Water Fitness Instructor

Davita Inc.; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Water Fitness Instructor at Elmhurst YMCA. This rewarding position involves leading fitness classes, ensuring participant safety, and providing essential health benefits. A current Water Fitness certification is required, along with CPR skills, to motivate and inspire others in their fitness journey.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off (PTO)

403(b) plan with company contributions

Opportunities for continuous learning

Flexible work hours

Discounts on programs

Qualifications

• Current Water Fitness certification required.
• Must be able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Lead dynamic and personalized water fitness classes.
• Demonstrate safe exercise techniques and assist in emergencies.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Detail Oriented

Education

Current Water Fitness certification

Job description

Dive into Fitness: Become a Water Fitness Instructor at Elmhurst YMCA and Make Waves in Wellness!

Salary starts at $20.00 per hour plus a fitness pay plan and opportunities to grow within the organization

The Water Fitness Instructor will lead dynamic and personalized water fitness classes, create engaging exercise plans, demonstrate safe and effective techniques, set up equipment, and be ready to assist in emergencies. Keep our participants motivated and safe while maintaining your certifications. Join us and dive into a rewarding role where every day is an opportunity to inspire wellness and fun!

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that are essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities. We offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

• Salaries that reflect your skills, experience, and the value you bring to our team.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans for eligible employees, along with access to wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
• Generous paid time off (PTO), including paid holidays. We also offer flexible work hours to help you balance your personal and professional life.
• 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service to help you plan for your future.
• Opportunities for continuous learning through workshops and training programs.
• A supportive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected.
• Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

Requirements:

• Must have current Water Fitness certification
• Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively

Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Qualifications

Behaviors: Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations: Growth Opportunities - Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help

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