YMCA in Westfield - Wellness Advisor - Evenings and Weekends

Paycom; Westfield (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

20 hours of free child care per week

Flexible hours/scheduling

Retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted program fees

Professional development

Job summary

Westfield YMCA is seeking a part-time Wellness Advisor II to support member wellness onboarding, conduct individualized appointments, and connect members with relevant programs. You will help members achieve their wellness goals while maintaining a safe, encouraging environment.

The role requires knowledge of exercise science, strong communication, and the ability to work flexible hours at the Westfield, IN location.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of exercise science and wellness principles.

Responsibilities

• Onboard new YMCA members through wellness appointments and connect them to appropriate programs.
• Conduct one-on-one wellness sessions to support member goals and follow up on progress.
• Ensure safety of strength and cardio areas and support a motivating environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate record-keeping of member interactions.

Skills

Exercise science knowledge

Relationship building

Empathy

Communication

Wellness program understanding

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Pursuit of degree in Exercise Science

Tools

Computer basics

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Westfield YMCA - Westfield, IN 46074

Position Type: Part Time

Job Category: Health and Wellness

Benefits Include:

• Free YMCA of Greater Indianapolis Membership
• 20 Hours Per Week of Free Child Care
• Flexible Hours/Scheduling
• Retirement
• Employee Assistant Program
• Discounted Program Fees
• Professional Development

The Wellness Advisor is primarily responsible for ensuring the safety of YMCA members utilizing the strength and cardiovascular areas. The Wellness Advisor II is an instrumental member of the wellness team and will provide a series of retention appointments with new YMCA members, utilizing software, to engage and support ongoing physical activity and assist members in reaching their wellness goals through membership at the YMCA. The Wellness Advisor II will be responsible for members throughout the wellness onboarding process, including working one-on-one with members through wellness appointments and the connection of members to selected wellness programs, as well as the follow-up of those members. Wellness Advisor IIs will insure proper use of the equipment while maintaining a safe and motivating environment for members.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have above average knowledge of exercise science and wellness principles
• Prior (1-2) strength/conditioning experience is required. (3+ years preferred)
• Must have high school diploma.
• Pursuit of a degree in exercise science or related field is preferred.
• Must have skills in relationship building, being empathic, and communication in order to perform successfully in this role.
• A working knowledge of YMCA programs in wellness and other program areas is required.
• Must have a basic understanding of computer hardware and software is required.
• Administrative skills needed include organizational skills, scheduling, outcome tracking, follow through, and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding personal information of members.
• Position requires current certifications in CPR, AED and First Aid.
• The completion of the following required trainings within 60-90 days of employment.
• Other certifications encouraged include (ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA).
• Maintain Continuing Education Credits, and other requirements to keep all certifications current.