WELLNESS ADVISOR

Job Description

Job Description

Decatur Shelby County YMCA

Job Description

Job Title: Wellness Advisor

Original Date: 05/13/2025

Revised Date:

Department: Wellness 

Reports To: Director of Wellness

Basic Functions and Scope of Responsibility

The Wellness Advisor is responsible for creating a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment for all members in the YMCA wellness center. This role provides guidance, education, and encouragement to help individuals achieve their health and wellness goals. Wellness Advisors assist with equipment orientation, perform basic fitness assessments, and ensure a clean and safe workout space—all while reflecting the YMCA’s mission and core values.

Role Responsibilities

• Greet and engage members in a friendly, approachable manner to build relationships and promote wellness

• Provide equipment orientations and instruction to ensure safe and effective use of fitness machines

• Perform basic health and fitness assessments to support member goal-setting

• Stay informed on current health and wellness trends to better support member needs

• Maintain cleanliness and safety of fitness equipment and workout spaces

• Respond to emergency situations in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures

• Attend required staff meetings and trainings

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Wellness

Education, Experience & Training 

• Minimum age: 18

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Basic knowledge of exercise science and wellness principles preferred 

• CPR, AED and First Aid certification obtained within 30 days of employment

• Must complete the following YMCA wellness training courses within 90 days of hire: Foundations of Listen First, Principles of Member Health & Wellness, Wellness at the Y

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Core Competencies

• Caring: Show a sincere concern for others

• Honesty: Be truthful in what you say and do

• Respect: Follow the golden rule 

• Responsibility: Be accountable for your promises and actions

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Visual, auditory, and verbal ability to communicate effectively.

• Must have a high level of alertness, concentration, and initiative. 

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; occasionally stoop/bend.

• Always maintain a neat and professional appearance.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to the job. The job description is not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees in the job classification. This document is not a contract and does not, in any way, alter the at-will employment relationship. 

DSCYMCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity of expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.