Health and Wellness Director

Department: Center Staff • Location: Dorchester YMCA

About the role

This position is primarily responsible for the supervision and management of all facets of assigned total health and wellness programs and the membership department in accordance with the policies established by the Board of Directors of the Branch and the General Board of Directors of the YMCA of Greater Boston, under the direction of the Executive Director. This position is the Health and Wellness Champion for the branch and must assist each department in providing resources and support to help implement and maintain quality of health and wellness in their programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and oversee all Health and Wellness Programs for every department that reflect the community’s needs and maintain the YMCA’s high standards of quality, safety and character development.
• Hire, train, supervise and evaluate Assistant Health and Wellness Director, Wellness Consultants, group exercise instructors, and volunteers as programs dictate and budget guidelines allow.
• Integrate a comprehensive health, wellness and membership approach in all programs for children, youth, teens, adults, and special populations.
• Understand the relationship of the general public, including Public School System, to the Charles River Branch and Health and Wellness Programs and be able to effectively enhance and cultivate those relationships.
• Coordinate annual special events.
• Develop and implement annual budgets for assigned program areas, and manage agreed upon budgets within operating guidelines.
• Responsible for program enrollment, retention, evaluation, payment records, and reporting of records to the Director of Operations.
• Oversee all purchases and maintain department related supplies within budget guidelines and maintain a clean and safe program area.
• Provide at least ten hours of Direct Service delivery of Personal Training, Group Exercise, or Chronic Disease Programming.
• Participate in staff meetings, Board of Director meetings, and professional training as appropriate.
• Attend appropriate quality team as it relates to Healthy Living Cabinet.
• Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with the YMCA’s mission and goals.
• Act as a role model and incorporate character development values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility into the daily operation of the fitness department.
• Assume other duties deemed necessary by supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• At least two years experience instructing in related programs.
• At least two years supervision experience.
• Experience in personal training, and health and wellness programming.
• Background in internal marketing/special events.

Physical Demands

• Ability to physically and verbally interact with members and staff.
• At times, be able to lift amounts up to 50 lbs.

Certifications

• Child Abuse Prevention training.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Personal trainer certification is preferred or willingness to work toward it.

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Ability to be flexible to work evenings, early mornings, weekends and holidays.

Pay

$57,000 - $60,000 / year

Benefits

• FREE YMCA Membership for you.
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
• Discounted or FREE family membership.
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
• Vacation and Sick Time (part-time employees receive sick time).
• Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
• Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
• Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
• Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
• Healthy work/life balance.