Personal Trainer

Personal Trainer

An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation's leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million.

The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities.

The Somerville YMCA is looking for a responsible and motivated Personal Trainer who is looking to build a long-term client book. You'll have an opportunity to train in a brand new Wellness Center with plenty of space and equipment to develop creative and progressive workouts. Some new clients may be available from Day 1.

Essential Functions

• Engage and educate members about the benefits of exercise.
• Schedule appointments to develop structured programs based on the health history, interests, goals and needs of the member.
• Develop, implement, and instruct a variety of personal training and small group sessions
• Builds relationships to maintain a steady growth of member participation and increase member retention level
• Establish support to help members meet their goals
• Works wellness floor to find potential clients

Example Job Tasks

• Provide Wellness Department Orientations to new members
• Identify and correct lifting techniques
• Create client specific fitness programming
• Provide tours to potential members
• Register new members or current members for on-going training packages
• Data entry tracking
• There is also opportunity to enhance career education by attaining certifications in wellness programs and instruct them as needed, like The Livestrong program for cancer survivors.

Requirements

• Nationally recognized certification
• Motivated and energetic mindset
• Willing to be on your feet for a few hours
• Enjoys interacting with people

Qualifications

• Must have HS Diploma
• Must have National Personal Trainer Certification
• CPR/First Aid Certification Required - will provide if needed

Hours Directly Related to Personal Training will depend on your recruitment style and drive.

Benefits of working part-time at GSCY include:

• FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
• 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.
• Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.