Silver Sneakers Instructor - Spring Grove YMCA

Job Description

Job Description

Join us for an exciting opportunity to be part of the launch of our brand-new YMCA facility in Spring Grove!

We are seeking a certified SilverSneakers® Instructor to lead two engaging classes per week designed specifically for active older adults. This instructor will create a welcoming, supportive, and safe environment while leading effective, fun, and accessible fitness classes that improve strength, flexibility, balance, and overall well-being.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with older adults, demonstrate strong communication skills, and foster a positive community atmosphere. Instructors are responsible for class preparation, ensuring participant safety, monitoring proper form, and delivering high-quality programming in alignment with YMCA standards.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Wellness Instructor works to conduct a safe, effective, educational and fun wellness class in a manner that accomplishes the mission and goals of the YMCA of the ROSES.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Conducts a safe and effective land or water based wellness class designed to improve muscular and cardiovascular strength, flexibility and range of motion, balance, coordination and well being
2. Puts the health and well-being of the class participant first in all aspects, providing exercise modifications for participant safety and success
3. Builds authentic relationships with class participants, while also providing connections with other YMCA staff and members to enhance membership
4. Is available to work regularly scheduled classes and to serve as a substitute instructor during weekday, weeknight and weekend classes as necessary
5. Maintains working knowledge of wellness trends to provide effective information and support to participants
6. Secures, sets-up and maintains equipment and facility as required for class, reporting any unsafe facility concerns to the Wellness Coordinator/Director
7. Begins and ends class on time
8. Maintains accurate attendance records
9. Wears appropriate and approved attire, therefore being easily identifiable by participants and members; one YMCA staff shirt is provided and additional shirts may be purchased
10. Applies YMCA OF THE ROSES policy/procedures for emergency situations, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
11. Serves as a role model for other staff members by demonstrating exemplary job skills and behavior.
12. Attends required staff meetings, educational workshops and certifications.
13. Maintains certification by attending CEC classes and submitting required updated paperwork to the YMCA of the USA and the YMCA OF THE ROSES.
14. Completes additional duties as assigned by the Wellness Coordinator/Director.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Communication
• Developing Self & Others
• Engaging Community

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 18 years of age
• Must have valid CPR PRO/AED/First Aid certification before teaching the first class.
• Experience as a participant and/or instructing between 1 to 2 years in a group exercise class or classes.
• Complete Living our Cause within 1 month of hire
• Complete the following within 3 months of hire:

1. Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y
2. Foundations of Listen First
3. Principles of Member Health and Wellness
4. Group Exercise at the Y
5. Foundations of Group Exercise (offered by ACE)

WORK ENVIRONMENT & 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.
• Ability to instruct and observe health seekers with proper form and technique.
• Ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force regularly and 45 pounds of force occasionally.
• Ability to Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift grasp, talk, make repetitive motions, see and hear.

Obtain Criminal background check, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.