Health & Wellness Specialist
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids · Caledonia, MI · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$14.35–$17.93/hrPart-time
About the role
The Health & Wellness Specialist provides fitness equipment orientations, promotes YMCA health and wellness services, maintains and cleans equipment, and enforces recreation guidelines. Open shifts include Monday through Friday from 3:30PM – 7:00PM.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates proper equipment use and exercise form
- Monitors member activities on the fitness equipment, indoor track, gym floor and locker rooms
- Maintains all areas in clean, presentable fashion
- Provides outstanding member service
- Give tours to prospective members
- Handles member complaints
- Stays current with advances in the health and wellness field
- Sets up equipment for group exercise and various sports activities
- Enforces YMCA member guidelines
- Performs any other functions deemed necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids
Compensation
$14.35 – $17.93 per hour; Part Time; Non-Exempt (up to 25 hrs/week)
Benefits
- Free YMCA Individual Membership – Enjoy full access to facilities
- Retirement Savings – 12% employer retirement contribution, no match requirement (upon eligibility) and a 403(b) savings plan
- Paid Sick Time – Earn paid sick leave so you can focus on feeling your best when it matters most
- Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential resources and counseling for you and your family
Requirements
- High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required
- This location requires highly qualified Health & Wellness Specialists, therefore it is required that candidates are either currently pursuing a health and wellness related degree, hold a health and wellness related degree, and/or have an active Personal Training Certification
- Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles
- Ability to actively take part and lead fitness activities
- Working knowledge of computers and experience with a variety of software applications
- YMCA experience preferred
- CPR, AED, Oxygen and First Aid Certification required within first 60 days
- Blood Borne Pathogen training
- State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
Work environment and physical demands
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Travel
0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.
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