Personal Trainer at YMCA of Natrona County

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Job Title: Personal TrainerReports to: Healthy Living CoordinatorStatus: Part-TimeFLSA Status: Non-exemptPOSITION SUMMARY:This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengtheningcommunity through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. PersonalTrainers develop and facilitate individual and group sessions in a safe, enjoyable, andpositive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels; effectively buildingcommunity with clients and other members to help meet varied health, ability and culturalneeds.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:1. Designs safe and effective exercise programs based on client/group’s goals and needs&/or protocols – programs will be reviewed by Health & Wellness Lead staff to ensurequality.2. Maintains professionalism and client rapport as well as continuing education with anemphasis on enhancing the spiritual, physical and mental health of each client andmember.3. Works independently, organizing multiple client records and maintains strictconfidentiality.4. Exhibits a positive attitude and models a healthy lifestyle.5. Educates clients and members about fitness and wellness principles.6. Actively participates in departmental and branch meetings and/or trainings.7. Performs other duties assigned.YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):Engaging CommunityCommunication & InfluenceCritical Thinking & Decision MakingFunctional ExpertiseRequirements:QUALIFICATIONS:• Must be at least 18 years of age• Two or more years of college, pursuing a degree in Exercise Science, Wellness HealthPromotion or related health field preferred• Must hold current nationally recognized Personal Trainer certification from approvedorganization• Excellent customer service and general office skills• Ability to communicate verbally to large and small groups of members and the ability towork with varying fitness levels and ages• Ability to work independently with attention to detail required• Complete before first shift: YMCA cause & culture training; fitness-specific training• Complete within 90 days of hire: Child Abuse Prevention Training; CPR/AED; First Aid(provided by YMCA)• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economicsegments of the community and successful clearance of background checkWORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met byan employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions.• Wellness Center environment, must be able to stand for extended periods of time, walk,and bend over, reach overhead, grasp, push, pull and move, lift and/or carry up to 45pounds.• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions required.• Hours may include evening and weekend work.