YMCA Silver Spring Wellness Coach

YMCA of Metropolitan Washington; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership for employee, and

dependent inclusion

retirement plan 10%

403(b) savings plan

healthcare

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Washington seeks a Wellness Coach in Silver Spring, MD. You will guide members through fitness programs, demonstrate equipment usage, and tailor basic workout plans on-site to support healthy living goals.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid with AED, and strong people skills. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and member engagement in a welcoming nonprofit environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; BA/BS in exercise science or related field preferred.
• CPR/First Aid and AED certification required.
• Outgoing personality and ability to relate well to members; team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide fitness program guidance and demonstrations for members.
• Explain benefits and motivate members to participate in wellness services.
• Provide information about YMCA services and class schedules.
• Support members through their wellness journey.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

AED

Education

High school diploma or GED

BA/BS in exercise science or related field preferred

Job description

9800 Hastings Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20901, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, December 1, 2025 at 5:00 AM

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is an equal opportunity employer and values a range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We strive to be a welcoming organization where all staff, members, and communities feel respected, supported, and that they belong.

Position: Wellness Coach Salary:$16.00 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

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.

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
• the ability to work with creative, talented and diverse individuals

9800 Hastings Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20901, USA