YMCA Reston - Wellness Coach

YMCA of Metropolitan Washington; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership for employee, sp0

10% employer-funded retirement plan

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is seeking a Wellness Coach in Reston to provide fitness guidance, equipment demonstrations and personalized workout plans for members. You will support members across healthy living journeys while promoting YMCA programs and services.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid and AED certification, and possess an outgoing, team-focused attitude. Evening shifts and weekend availability are required.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED.
• BA/BS in exercise science or related field preferred.
• CPR/First Aid and AED certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Explain benefits of working out and motivate participation in wellness services.
• Identify potentially dangerous situations and respond proactively.
• Provide information about YMCA mission, class schedules, and branch services.
• Support members through all stages of their healthy living journey.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Team player

Relating to members

Education

High school diploma or GED

BA/BS in exercise science or related field preferred

Tools

CPR/First Aid and AED certification

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Position: Wellness Coach Salary: $12.77 per hour

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is a cause driven organization that offers tremendous opportunities to make a difference. We invite you to join us in this amazing work to develop your skills, to realize your leadership potential and discover a career that is so much more than a job.

About the Job

The YMCA Reston Wellness Coach provides fitness programs advice, and assistance to members through proper demonstration and utilization of every piece of fitness equipment, as well as provides each member with an applicable and basic workout program for all machines.

Some of the exciting tasks you will do as a Wellness Coach include but are not limited to:

• Effectively explains to members, the benefits of working out along with orientating and motivating members to take part in additional wellness services: Equipment Orientation Process, Fitlinxx or Fitness Advisor Process, Fitness Evaluation Process, Personal Training, Group Exercise classes, Wellness socials
• Identifies potentially dangerous situations and responds proactively whenever possible
• Provides members with information regarding: YMCA mission, group exercise schedule, branch services.
• Support our members throughout all stages of their healthy living journey.

Available Shifts:

• Monday - Friday 5:00pm - 10:00pm plus weekends

Qualifications and Skills:

• Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED. BA/BS is exercise science or related field preferred.
• CPR/First Aid and AED.
• Must display an outgoing personality, enabling him/her to relate well to members.
• Must be a team playerhelping outin other areas as required, incorporating the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Working Conditions:

Must be able to bend, sit, stand, or pick-up at least 35 pounds

We offer the following benefits:

Compensation for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington provides progressive employee benefits. 10% employer-funded retirement plan with vesting after two years of service; 403(b) savings plan; high quality and affordable healthcare; free YMCA membership for employee, spouse and dependents; paid time off, numerous professional development opportunities, an exciting and collaborative work environment, and the ability to work with creative, talented and diverse individuals!