Wellness Coach

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

PTO for part-time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine in Coatesville, PA is seeking a part-time Wellness Center Associate to assist members, ensure safety, and help maintain fitness center operations. You will engage with members, uphold center standards, and support ongoing programs.

Responsibilities include orienting users, assisting during workouts, and promoting healthy lifestyles while adhering to YMCA policies and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Knowledge of basic exercise principles required

Responsibilities

• Provide service to YMCA members in the fitness center
• Assist with safety and risk management in the area
• Be identifiable by staff shirt and nametag and follow center absolutes
• Maintain clean facility and equipment, report issues to fitness director
• Assist during classes, open houses, and special events
• Encourage safe, healthy habits and adherence to policies

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Exercise principles

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Coatesville YMCA - Coatesville , PA 19320, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $14.00 - $16.50 Hourly, Job Category: Health/Wellness, Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure

Provide service to YMCA members in the fitness center and to ensure the safety and risk management of the area and the members.

Who Are We?

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2026 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for the third consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non‑profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life‑changing programs for all.

Perks & Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full‑time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and everyday essentials like home, auto, and pet insurance on our employee marketplace
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
• Flexible schedule

What You’ll Do

• Conduct Wellness Center Orientations based on branch guidelines and provide assistance in a safe, enthusiastic, thorough, courteous and professional manner.
• Members working out in the Fitness Center will be acknowledged by staff
• Staff will be identifiable by staff shirt and nametag
• Staff is trained and knowledgeable
  • Fitness Center will be staffed 100% during operating hours
  • Our facility and equipment will be clean
• Follow YMCA of Greater Brandywine Fitness Center absolutes:
  • Report any mechanical or breakdown problems immediately to fitness director and document in maintenance logbook and on equipment.
  • Be available for advice, spotting and other assistance to membership.
  • Encourage members to wipe down vinyl seating of strength and cardiovascular equipment and benches after use. Clean equipment as requested by supervisor.
  • Participate in special events and open houses throughout the year.
  • Maintain continuous surveillance during shift.
  • Encourage members to live a healthy lifestyle.
  • Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: What You’ll Need

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Effective communication skills and ability to interface with all personality types required
• Knowledge and/or experience in basic exercise principles required
• Obtain and maintain all additional new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.