Wellness Coach

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Boerne (TX); Presencial; USD 16.000 - 23.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

YMCA of Greater San Antonio is seeking a Wellness Coach to assist members in reaching wellness goals. This on-site, part-time role supports youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility under the Health & Wellness Director.

You will help members set short and long-term goals and foster self-management of healthy behaviors. Responsibilities include guiding training programs, maintaining a safe environment, attending trainings, and collaborating with staff across departments to

Formación

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year experience in health and wellness.
• Knowledge of fitness research and program design.
• Computer literate, including Microsoft Office.
• Certifications due within the first week: Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazardous Communications.
• Certifications due within the first 60 days: CPR, First Aid, AED, Emergency Oxygen.
• Must obtain YMCA certifications within 6 months: YMCA Principles of Healthy Lifestyles and YMCA Foundations of Strength & Conditioning.

Responsabilidades

• Track assigned members’ performance and motivate continued membership and exercise adherence.
• Contribute to a positive, safe, and nurturing environment.
• Follow YMCA strength training and nutrition guidelines.
• Attend required training classes.
• Engage with members on the wellness floor and group classes.
• Assist co-workers in other departments when needed.
• Maintain certifications and stay current with field trends.

Descripción del empleo

• On-site


• Rate : $14 USD per hour


• Health and Wellness


• Part-Time


• Requisition #: WELLN004282

Description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leadingnonprofit,charitable organizationcommitted to strengthening community through youth development,healthylivingand social responsibility.Under the direction of theHealth &Wellness Directoror Member Engagement Director, the Wellness Coach willassistmembers toattaintheir wellness potential through programs approved by the YMCA of Greater San Antonio. The position will be instrumental in helping thememberset goals, both long and shorttermand develop self-management skills consistent with sustained health behavior change. This position must perform program responsibilitiesin accordance withthe policies, goals and mission set forth by the YMCA of Greater San Antonio.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.We are welcoming:we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.We are genuine:we value you and embrace your individuality.We are hopeful:we believe in you andyourpotential to become a catalyst in the world.We arenurturing:we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.We are determined:above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our communitystrongerbeginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Track assigned members’ individual performance and takeappropriate actionto motivate members to continue their YMCA membership and exercise adherence.


• Contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive,safeand nurturing environment.


• Follow strength training and nutritional guidelines of the YMCA of the USA.


• Attendappropriateand required training classes offered by the YMCA of San Antonio.


• Promote the "YMCA Story" with all involved in the program.


• Monitor all areas of the wellness center, including group exercise studios, free weight, cardio, and select machine areas.


• Maintain clean centers andhelp tomonitorcleaning maintenance crew.


• Follow accident reporting procedures and policies.


• Follow systems, practices, and training related to risk management and safety of participants and staff.


• Submit key indicator data as needed to supervisor and perform other duties to achieve group and personal goals.


• Clean equipment as directed by supervisor.


• Seekto learn members’ names and welcome them personally.


• Attendall required staff meetings, both departmental and branch/assoc. level.


• Be a team player andassistco-workers in other departments when needed.


• Teach,promoteand practice the five YMCA Character Development Values.


• Perform team assignments associated with the Annual Partners campaign.


• Maintain certifications by meeting continuing education requirements (YMCA certifications require 15 CEC’s every 3 years) and keep current with trends in the field/industry.


• Refrain from diagnosing injuries, offering medical advice and dispensing or endorsing any and all commercial healthproductsespecially nutritional supplements, vitamins, performance enhancing substances and pain relievers.


• Be actively engaged with members on the wellness floor andingroupexercise classes. This includes talking with,assisting,demonstratingand enhancing their YMCA experience.


• Other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Communication & Influence


• Engaging Community

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field highly preferred.


• Position requires 6monthto1 yearexperience in the health and wellness field.


• Have knowledge of fitness related research and program design including basic anatomy, physiology, exerciseprinciplesand behavior change methods.


• Will need to be computer literate, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite products.


• Certifications required within the first week of hire: RedwoodsBloodbornePathogens, Hazardous Communications.


• Certifications required within the first60daysof hire:YMCA approved basiclife savingskills such as CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen.


• Must obtain YMCA certifications within 6 months ofemployment,these include, but are not limited to, YMCA Principles of Healthy Lifestyles and YMCA Foundations of Strength & Conditioning.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed in a fast-paced wellness floor/office environment.


• Visual acuity isrequiredfor reading computer screens and/or documents and makingchangesas necessary.


• Jobrequireshigh levelsof alertness and concentration.


• Repetitive stooping and bending with occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds isrequired.


• Abilityto sit forlong periodsat a time is alsorequired.


• Ability to stand for at least 1 hour for presentationsimportant.


• Employee must be able to hear, speak and understand the words of others, as well as, the ability to manipulate keyboards, telephone keypads, writing utensils is essential.

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