Wellness Staff

Young Men’s Christian Association of Greater Montgomery; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is seeking a Wellness Staff member to engage members, conduct fitness evaluations and orientations, and maintain a safe, friendly fitness environment on-site.

The role involves guiding orientations, performing floor maintenance, and following YMCA policies. A high school diploma or GED with fitness training and CPR certification within 30 days is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with fitness training
• 3–6 months related experience and/or training
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Create a friendly, safe environment for members to connect and improve wellness.
• Instruct members in fitness orientations and provide feedback.
• Maintain the fitness floor; ensure areas are organized and well supplied.
• Follow emergency procedures, YMCA policies, and report issues to supervisor

Skills

Member engagement

Customer service

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fitness training courses

CPR certification

Job description

Under the guidance and immediate supervision of the Supervisor and the Director of Healthy Living, Wellness Staff are responsible for member engagement including fitness evaluations and wellness orientations. This position requires you to have basic knowledge of exercise machines and be able to give fitness orientations and assessments.

Essential Functions:

• Create a caring, friendly, fun, and safe environment that provides opportunities for members to connect, develop relationships, and achieve their wellness
• Perform light maintenance on the fitness floor as per the Wellness Director. Ensure that all fitness areas are organized and well supplied.
• Perform assigned maintenance duties to keep all pieces of equipment clean and working.
• Assure that all fitness areas are organized and prepared for members’ use.
• Any questions or problems that arise should be reported directly to your supervisor.
• Be attentive to members and their needs.
• Follow as staff all rules and guidelines for members in the activity areas. Set the example.
• Instructs members in fitness orientations, providing feedback as necessary.
• Read, know, follow and enforce emergency procedures, YMCA policies, rules, and health codes applicable to the facility.
• Perform daily supply checks and inform the Wellness Director when supplies are running low.
• Be responsible for all scheduled hours and if necessary, follow the appropriate substitution procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and additional college level fitness training; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Current CPR certification or within 30 days of hire

The YMCA of Greater Montgomery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment is subject to a background check.