Personal Trainer - Millington YMCA

Part-time position supporting the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

About the role

Under the direction of the Wellness Director or Designee, the Personal Trainer is responsible for conducting personal training sessions to the standards of the certification held and the YMCA’s mission and philosophy. This includes safely designing and implementing appropriate individual fitness programs for members, educating, motivating, and promoting adherence to a healthy lifestyle.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and enforce the Y’s core values (Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility) to staff, members, and the public.
• Administer national YMCA fitness assessments or equivalent.
• Interpret assessment results and design fitness programs based on member goals.
• Attend staff meetings, new employee orientation, and additional department meetings as scheduled.
• Follow grooming, dress, room guidelines, and chain of command policies.
• Complete and submit accident/incident reports immediately after occurrence.
• Report equipment or facility issues to the Wellness Director or other staff.
• Arrange for a qualified substitute or cancel training sessions at least 24 hours in advance if absent.
• Demonstrate proper exercise form and observe members to ensure correct techniques.
• Accurately read and interpret exercise and testing equipment (e.g., blood pressure, heart rate).
• Report work time accurately via approved YMCA clocking methods.
• Refrain from using cell phones while working.

Qualifications

• Current personal training certification from an accredited organization (ACSM, ACE, NSCA, AFAA, NASM, NETA).
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.
• Experience in fitness testing, exercise program design, and teaching fitness programs to diverse age groups and fitness levels.
• Minimum of 2 years in the health and fitness field.
• Two-year exercise science education (or related field) or minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Accumulated continuing education credits to maintain certification(s).
• Ability to recognize participants in distress.
• Full working knowledge of facility safety and emergency procedures.
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work with all age groups and ability levels.

Skills

• Mission Advancement: Demonstrates Y values and a desire to serve others.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with diverse backgrounds and builds rapport.
• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments and embraces new approaches.
• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development and stays updated on best practices.

Pay

$18.00 - $30.00 per hour.

Schedule

Part-time hours vary based on YMCA operating hours:

• Mon. – Fri.: 5:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Sat.: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Sun.: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.