Fitness Center Associate, Mitch Park YMCA

Description YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City Job Description JOB TITLE: Fitness Center Associate REPORTS TO: Health and Wellness Coordinator/Director FLSA TYPE: Non-Exempt POSITION DESCRIPTION: To monitor the fitness center at all times while positively supporting the YMCA and its mission. Contribute to creating a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, by maintaining a neat, clean and safe environment. Proper maintenance and care of equipment, including regular cleaning is also a necessary and answer member questions or concerns at all times. Schedule: Varies during the hours of operation of the YMCA Duties and Responsibilities Remain visible at all times while providing guidance and support for members in the fitness center Make an active effort to encourage members to participate in personal training or other YMCA programs Clean all cardiovascular and weight equipment Ensure that towels and full spray bottles are available to members Re-rack dumbbells and plates during off-peak hours and at the end of shift Communicate with the Coordinator/Director and members when equipment malfunctions by completing the Equipment Log Maintain an accurate service log, completing the recommended routine maintenance as directed by immediate supervisor Assist Coordinator/Director in the implementation of fitness events and programs Maintain current knowledge in fitness trends, innovations, programs, and ideas Handle and solve member inquiries, concerns, and complaints Develop and maintain professional relationships with members through a proactive approach Develop meaningful and sustainable relationships with members, donors and volunteers Maintain knowledge of current and upcoming YMCA events and programs Attend scheduled staff meetings and all-staff meetings Accept and demonstrate the positive character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility Must stay current in CPR PRO/AED/O2 and First Aid, renewed annually Additional trainings as needed such as Blood borne Pathogens, Sexual Harassment Prevention and Child Abuse Prevention All other duties as assigned Effect on End Results Increase member retention through communication, motivation and support to members. See that all members have access to a professionally conducted health screening, exercise prescription, appropriate equipment orientation and program re-evaluation. Requirements Education and Experience Must be certified in CPR PRO, AED, O2 and First Aid or become willing to become certified Must be at least 18 years old Knowledge and understanding of current physical education principals preferred. Must complete Foundations of Strength and Conditioning within 12 months of hire Experience establishing personal relationships Strong verbal, interpersonal and communication skills Required to lift excessive weigh (minimum 50 pounds) #J-18808-Ljbffr