Posted 2mo ago

Personal Trainer

@ Olympic Peninsula YMCA
Sequim, Washington, United States
$35/hrOnsitePart Time
Responsibilities:Design programs, Instruct members, Maintain environment
Requirements Summary:ACE or equivalent cert, CPR/First Aid, HS diploma, 18+, background check, computer skills, ability to engage health seekers.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Training software, Internet applications
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Job Description

Company Overview



The Olympic Peninsula YMCA is a non-profit organization that oversees Y programs and focuses on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our mission is to build healthy minds, bodies, and spirits throughout the communities we serve. We strive to promote the values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty. We are open to people of all ages, beliefs, incomes, races, genders, and abilities.





Job Description/General Function



Health & Well-Being Team Personal Trainers are responsible for aiding participants in achieving their well-being goals in a group or individual settings as indicated by the Healthy Living Coordinator. Duties may include scheduling appointments and following up with clients. Superb relationship skills, attention to detail, and follow-through are required. Basic computer skills are also necessary.





Responsibilities




  • Design safe and effective 30 minute to 1-hour personal training programs for individual clients or small groups, adapting the strength training program to each person’s specific needs and abilities

  • Instruct members in the strength training principles, training procedures, and exercise techniques

  • Teach members the proper and preferred use of all the strength training equipment

  • Accurately list member information in the Y tracking system

  • Inform members of new information regarding strength training safety and effectiveness

  • Stay within the scope of practice with all exercise and nutrition recommendations

  • Provide individual supervision and reinforcement during members’ training sessions

  • Help maintain a neat, clean, and pleasant environment in the Wellness Center

  • Stay current on fitness concepts and ideas

  • Attend continuing education courses and mandatory training

  • Monitor personal training certification expiration date

  • Work effectively in a team environment and independently

  • Assists in member data collection

  • Promote volunteer recruitment and retention

  • Maintain general knowledge of all YMCA programs, policies, and events

  • Acquire and maintain certifications as directed

  • Comply with YMCA code of conduct and ethics policies

  • Ensures upkeep of related facilities and equipment

  • Attends staff meetings and trainings as required and completes all required online trainings which includes child abuse prevention training within 7 days of hire

  • Upholds YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management. Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youths.