WELLNESS STAFF

POSITION SUMMARY

The Exercise Center Attendant supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This part-time position supports the Wellness team with welcoming and engaging facility users.

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.

BENEFITS

Free Y membership. Discounted family membership Child Watch hours available free of charge

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Greet and engage facility users. Maintain high visibility in the Wellness Center area; conduct periodic walk-throughs. Must be willing to earn and maintain American Red Cross CPR and First Aid certification (Certification will be provided by the YMCA upon hire) Enforce Wellness Center policies. Provide equipment orientation and timely follow-up. Ensure cleanliness and safety of environment. Adhere to emergency procedures and safety precautions. Follow procedures for reporting all accidents, incidents and hazards. Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations. Obtain and maintain required training(s). Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 16 years of age CPR and First Aid certified - (Will be provided by the YMCA upon hire) Experience in the health and fitness field preferred Use of a variety of fitness equipment

SALARY:

Starting rate of $12 an hour

SCHEDULE

Part-time all year around (29 hrs per week) Wednesdays and Fridays 8:30 AM-12 PM & every other Saturday 6:45-10:30 AM. Subbing is required as needed.

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 disability to perform the essential functions. Physical ability and stamina to demonstrate proper exercise form and technique. Physical stamina to perform the duties as outlined above, including but not limited to extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting and carrying no more than 50 pounds.

YMCA COMPETENCIES

(Team Leader):

Mission Advancement :

Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition.

Collaboration :

Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support.

Operational Effectiveness :

Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Personal Growth :

Shares new insights. Facilitates change. Model's adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well. Uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.