Wellness Coach I — Community Wellness & Youth Impact

YMCA Atlanta; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking a Wellness Coach I to build personalized member relationships and oversee the wellness area, helping with equipment and maintaining safety standards. Under the Wellness Director, you will enforce policies, support program operations, and complete required certifications within 60 days of hire.

A supportive, mission-driven nonprofit environment awaits. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential as you contribute to a welcoming, health-focused

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Knowledge of weightlifting and wellness concepts; demonstrate equipment use.
• Knowledge of fitness topics: aerobic vs anaerobic, nutrition, injury prevention, Coach Approach.
• Must obtain/maintain access to Y-Exchange, YLINK, and to the Metro Atlanta YMCA Workday account.
• Must obtain YMCA/ACE online certification and supplemental courses required by Y-USA and Y-Metro Atlanta within 60 days of hire.
• Wellness Coaching 101 Specialty Training.
• Must maintain certifications by uploading continuing education credits via Y-Exchange before expiration.
• Must possess current Basic Life Support certification and renew them every 2 years.
• Must possess visual and cognitive abilities to utilize computer-based materials.
• Must possess strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel and database management.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, to work independently, and to problem-solve.
• Possess effective time-management skills.
• Possess strong customer service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility, which include but not limited to.
• Monitoring the wellness center floor and help members as needed, while enforcing wellness center policies.
• Clean, maintain, and check equipment under the direction of the supervisor.
• Apply Metro Atlanta YMCA risk and safety guidelines and branch emergency procedures.
• Promote, monitor, evaluate, and ensure wellness programs run smoothly with a high level of service.
• Stay updated on current issues regarding wellness programs.
• Complete required courses within 60 days of hire.
• Maintain all national and YUSA wellness certifications with CE credits.
• Maintain BLS certifications as required.
• Secure a substitute coach when unable to work a shift.
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
• Assist in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
• Maintain and report incident/accident paperwork.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Problem solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team player

Multitasking

Independence

Computer skills

Education

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Database management

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking a Wellness Coach I to build personalized member relationships and oversee the wellness area, helping with equipment and maintaining safety standards. Under the Wellness Director, you will enforce policies, support program operations, and complete required certifications within 60 days of hire.

A supportive, mission-driven nonprofit environment awaits. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential as you contribute to a welcoming, health-focused