Wellness Director - Lakewood YMCA

Lakewood YMCA, 16915 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, Ohio, United States of America Job Description Posted Monday, April 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM At the Y, our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Join our Greater Cleveland YMCA team in living our cause and helping to provide quality, safe and healthy programs and services in our community. POSITION SUMMARY The Wellness Director is accountable for successfully developing and managing all program areas assigned to him/her which include new program development, fiscal management, effective supervision of program staff, direction and implementation of all program delivery, quality, promotion and monitoring results against pre-stated performance goals. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Staff Recruitment and Development: Work with staff to develop growth opportunities and to increase capacity within the organization. Recruit and retain qualified wellness staff (i.e. personal trainers, fitness instructors). Accountabilities: group exercise; personal training; wellness center operations, fitness-related promotions, special events, and member engagement programs. Physical Environment: Responsible to ensure disinfection, cleanliness, and orderliness of all wellness related areas. Responsible for ensuring that all equipment is properly maintained and repaired when necessary. Budget Development: Responsible for developing annual budget of anticipated income and expenditures. Responsible for maintaining, controlling and evaluating the income/expenses of the budget. Responsible for generating required reports for association and branch. Sales: Responsible for establishing collaborative relationships with businesses and the local community to promote programs. Compiles statistical data related program outcomes and makes appropriate recommendations to supervisor (i.e. discontinue programming, increase amount of program offerings). Program/Marketing Development: Promotes and incorporates the YMCA core values and character development model in all program activities. Develops and distributes branch specific marketing materials of program information and assist with Association-Wide Marketing (i.e. brochures, newsletters and special event promotion) through various media. Develops and implements programming for designated sessions. Actively contributes to the Leadership Innovation Team meetings to establish new program activities, and expands program within the community in accordance with the Association and branch strategic plans. Ensure that member and community needs are being met by implementing programming for all ages (youth through older adults). Create innovative programs to increase member involvement and retention. Public Relations/Community Affairs: Represent YMCA in appropriate business & community groups. This includes providing timely publicity, developing a working relationship with local schools and other community groups. Fund Development Activities: Participate in and / or coordinate fundraising activities as assigned by supervisor. Actively participate in Annual Campaign. Supervise employees in assigned accountabilities, monitor site operation and scheduling and verify time sheets and actual hours worked. Identify training needs and initiate development activities of supervisees. Recommend effective personnel management actions (i.e. employee counseling process). Assure that new employees complete orientation and training according to established guidelines and provide on the job training as required by supervisees. Maintains complete documentation of CPR and fitness certifications and expiration dates. Ensures all staff remain current in required certifications and that all staff are properly certified in their areas of work. Ensure duties, responsibilities and accountabilities of all direct reports are defined and understood. Ensure that the individual understands the standards for acceptable performance. Notify Human Resource Department of job openings, follow hiring and interview process. Make final selection and maintain qualified staff. Keeps employees informed as to association and branch events, plans and progress on organizational goals. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Preferred majors: Exercise Physiology, Physical Education, Sports Management In lieu of Bachelor’s Degree, Associate’s Degree in the related field and 2-3 years of related work experience or High School diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate of competency and 4-6 years of related work experience. Experience Two years experience in programming. One year experience in staff supervision. Experience in developing programs for wellness and fitness is preferred. Certification(s) and Requirements Certification in CPR at the level of Basic Life Support or Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration and associated‑determined safety training required within 30 days of hire. Current certification from an NCCA-accredited organization in either Personal Training or Group Exercise. Technical Skills and Knowledge Must be able to read, and write legibly and in an understandable manner. Must have basic expertise in common office software, including Word and Excel. Must be able to effectively communicate with and observe program participants, members and YMCA staff. Proficient in and able to clearly communicate specific components and usage of cardio‑respiratory, selectorized, free weight, and other common exercise equipment (i.e., rubberized resistance, stability balls, medicine balls, etc.). Ability to conduct scientifically valid fitness assessments and appropriately interpret the results. Demonstrate commitment to the mission, cause of the YMCA, and uphold its values and ethics. Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process: completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696‑Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and human resources department(s). PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical ability to lead exercise classes, demonstrate exercises, and effectively communicate with and observe participants. Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. The ability to perform frequent amounts of sitting, standing, swimming, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, bending and/or instructing others for the duration of their shift. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy. May be required to work outside and on occasion may encounter inclement weather. Maintain a clean and orderly work environment. Performs work in an office setting with moderate levels of noise, sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion using computers and phones, with exposure to fluorescent lighting. Working area may be often slippery and wet. DISCLAIMER The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. About YMCA of Greater Cleveland: Our vision is to be the premier community‑based, charitable organization that embraces collaborations to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes: A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part‑time positions do not receive discount on childcare). Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee. Eligible employees receive comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation. Lakewood YMCA, 16915 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, Ohio, United States of America #J-18808-Ljbffr