Certified Personal Trainer

We are seeking a part-time Personal Trainer to join our team. If you enjoy working with individuals of all ages, fitness levels, and backgrounds, this may be an excellent opportunity for you.Experience working with individuals who have diverse health, fitness, and wellness needs is highly preferred. The ideal candidate will be comfortable supporting clients participating in cardiac rehabilitation, recovering from injuries, managing chronic health conditions, or requiring individualized exercise programming. Strong communication skills, a compassionate approach, and the ability to adapt training programs to meet each client's unique goals and abilities are essential.If you are passionate about helping others improve their health, enhance their quality of life, and achieve their fitness goals in a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment, we would love to hear from you!POSITION SUMMARY:The Personal Trainer follows the YMCA of the USA Health and Fitness guidelines and is responsible for planning and leading a range of individualized or group exercise/activity sessions for clients in a fitness specialty area. They perform a variety of fitness programs that are both educational and motivational and provide guidance on ways to support healthy lifestyles and healthy lifestyle changes. The Personal Trainer also provides customer service, which promotes member wellness in accordance with the YMCA policies and procedures and creates a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Develop, implement, and instruct a variety of personal training and group training sessions for clients at an appropriate level and in the appropriate modality based on clients’ wants, needs, and ability. Provide encouragement and expertise for the client in support of their health and well-being goals.Administer, track, and evaluate health history questionnaires, fitness assessments, and other pre-participation documentation regarding individual exercise programs.Adhere to all guidelines and expectations as outlined in the YMCA of Hagerstown Employee Handbook which includes but is not limited to providing safe classes and sessions and responding to and reporting any accidents or incidents.Educates members in proper use of equipment.Provides a cohesive approach to customer service and training that directly impacts the participant’s commitment and personal growth.Maintains client list and records as required by the Program Director.Promote and sell personal training programs and services. Must work 5 hours per week as a fitness attendant.Maintain required CECs and national certifications.Follow Wellness Floor or Pool expectations when not scheduled for personal training, group training, or performing a consultation.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND 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 lead sessions and classes, demonstrating exercise techniques and perform associated physical activities.Ability to lift 50 pounds.EFFECT ON END RESULTS:The YMCA will be recognized by the community as providing excellent service to all who walk through our doors or contact us on the phone.The YMCA will effectively connect and build relationships with its members and the community, resulting in increased member enrollment and retention.Consistent, superior member service and satisfaction resulting in continued growth in membership, programs and special services.QUALIFICATIONS:Personal Trainer Certification through a nationally accredited organization including, but not limited to NETA, NASM, ACE, ACSM, AEA.Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED, First Aid, and Child Abuse PreventionFormal training in the specialty class being taught and/or ability to demonstrate the movements and exercises.Demonstrates customer services skills and verbal communication skills.Demonstrates ability to lead an individual/group and motivate others to achieve their health and well-being goals.Demonstrates ability working with all age groups and ability levels.Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.Degree in health and science or related field.Minimum of 1-year experience in the health and fitness field. #J-18808-Ljbffr