Fitness Coach - Arnold (Greater Annapolis)

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us. Position Summary Under the supervision of the Fitness Director, or other assigned associate, Fitness Coach is responsible for delivering excellent services to all members, guest, and program participants. The primary function of the Fitness Coach will be to highly engage with members, guest, and program participants including fitness appointments, general member use, member services/events, and providing a safe environment. Essential Functions Provide excellent services to members, guest, and program participants in the Y center, on the phone, and through email exchangeThrough engagement, build meaningful relationships with members, guest, and program participants with positive and solution driven interactionRegularly circulating through the fitness center(s) greeting, interacting, and supporting member’s use including enforce guidelines and policies, offering support and suggestions, or giving general support and encouragement remembering to be sensitivity and patience with member’s different needsConduct high quality and highly engaged fitness appointment for members to be better educated and establish good workout habitsCoach and encourage members to meet their wellness goalsMonitor, clean, and inspect equipment regularly; report any challenges or concernsAdhere/enforce to all policies, guidelines, rules, and best practices as outlined by the Y in Central Maryland with positive interactionFocus on quality experiences and engagement within programs, services, and activitiesPromotes a professional image and maintains a clean and safe environment at all times.Attend and actively participate in all meetings as assignedIncorporate the four character values of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility and adhere to the YCM Code of ConductCommunicate the Y mission and objectives to the community. Assist in all other areas as assigned. Qualifications Ability to be an effective communicator Prior fitness knowledge or equivalent experience Proficient computer skills Current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certification (or within 30 days of hire) Flexible Schedule, days, nights and weekends Physical Demands Will be required to walk, stand, kneel, stoop, push, and lift up to 50 pounds.While performing duties the employee may occasionally work in the outside weather conditions, and is exposed to wet, cold and /or humid conditions. Continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-tasking. Will be exposed to cleaning supplies. Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time. Must be physically able to successfully complete required certifications. An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements for the position. They may include a background check, drug test, driver’s license record, CPS, and/or Criminal Background check. Additional driver’s license check, CPS, Criminal Background check, alcohol and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and maintain the minimum requirements of this position. The Y in Central Maryland provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. Moreover, the Y is firmly committed to celebrating and achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do. We strive to be an anti-racist organization and expect all associates to treat others with respect, kindness and dignity, at all times. Thank you for considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.