Wellness Center Assistant - Part-Time & Community Impact

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Wellmark YMCA in Des Moines is seeking part-time Wellness Center Staff to help monitor the Wellness Center, assist members, and promote engagement in YMCA programs. You will provide equipment instruction, maintain a safe environment, and support staff training.

The role requires 1 year of customer service, basic computer skills, and CPR/First Aid certification (or equivalent) before starting, with shifts including early mornings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Basic computer skills including time clock and online training.
• Ability to read, write, and perform simple math.
• One year of customer service experience.
• Previous fitness/wellness experience preferred.
• CPR/PR/AED/First Aid certification or equivalent before start.
• Child Abuse Awareness training required before starting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Wellness Center to maintain a safe, hazard-free environment.
• Assist members with questions, issues, and program information.
• Actively promote member involvement and engagement in YMCA programs.
• Provide equipment instruction and demonstrate proper usage.
• Assist with training and orientation of new staff.
• Follow emergency procedures and complete incident reports as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Reading & writing

Basic computer skills

Fitness/wellness experience

CPR/First Aid

Child abuse awareness

Education

CPR/First Aid Certification

Children protection training

Tools

Time clock

Online training

Job description

Wellmark YMCA in Des Moines is seeking part-time Wellness Center Staff to help monitor the Wellness Center, assist members, and promote engagement in YMCA programs. You will provide equipment instruction, maintain a safe environment, and support staff training.

The role requires 1 year of customer service, basic computer skills, and CPR/First Aid certification (or equivalent) before starting, with shifts including early mornings and weekends.