Personal Trainer Healthy Living III

Our Commitment to Equity
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Job Summary

*This is an on-site position

Provides specialized individual or small group individual or group wellness fitness trainings and/or related classes. Acts as a liaison and advocate for YMCA. Understands the Health Seeker target market and provides motivational coaching to members participating in ongoing YMCA programs.

Whatyoullget from working at the Y

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance
• Retirement with generous employer contributions
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidlyaccruingpaid time off (PTO)
• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare day camp overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs
  25% for part-time staff 50% for full-time staff

*Some benefits only available to full-time staff

Hiring Range: $24.00 - $26.40/hour DOE

*Instructors are paid for class time as well as the 15 minutes before and after a class.

• Plans and instructs classes or programs in a specialty area. Observes and discusses individual progress with participants.
• Develops positive relationships with participants and facilitates relationship building among participants and members. Provides motivational support and guidance.
• Increases participant awareness of all healthy lifestyle factors.
• Encourages member and parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required.
• Sets up and takes down class equipment. Reports equipment problems.
• Ensures safe and effective classes. Responds to and reports accidents and incidents.
• Conveys basic knowledge of all Y Total Health/Activate America programs.
• Tracks monitors evaluates and transitions assigned Total Health participants providing motivational support and counseling. Accurately maintains related records.
• Leads ongoing YMCA Total Health classes or programs in a specialized area.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies maintaining appropriate boundaries completing required training reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior and complying with mandated reporting requirements.

Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened trained supervised and held accountable to the organizations abuse risk management standards.

• Two or more years experience teaching or practicing in specialized area.
• Ability to lead a class or provide individual service.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
• Ability to motivate and educate members.
• Ability to set up move and store equipment.
• Personal Trainer certification: Nationally recognized certification such as YMCA Fitness Specialist Trainer YMCA Fitness Testing and Assessment Specialist Trainer ACSM ACE NSCA.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current state approved first aid certification.*
• Current state approved CPR certification.*
• High school education or equivalent.
• Total Service/Total Health Training**
• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language culture race physical ability sexual orientation etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

* Within thirty days of employment.

** Within 60 days of employment.

Other combinations of applicable education training and experience which provide the knowledge abilities and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

*Internal Candidates can apply without the certification certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire through the YGS professional development opportunity. For more information speak to your district director.

Youll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you

• Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.
• Are very adaptable.
• Have high ownership and strong work ethic.
• Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.
• Truly enjoy being of service to people.
• Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together.
• Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better stronger community for all.

Our Mission

Building a community where all people especially the young are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit mind and body.

YMCA of Greater Seattles Core Values

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by local state or federal law.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.