Wellness Attendant

Position Summary

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Wellness Attendant maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for members in the Wellness Center.

Essential Functions

• Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Develops relationships with staff, members and community partners to advance the mission of the YMCA.
• Enhances YMCA of the Roses membership by demonstrating the Y core values while keeping the Wellness Center a safe and pleasant environment.
• Cleans equipment and surrounding floor area within the Wellness Center by using proper cleaning supplies and procedures.
• Maintains accurate attendance records.
• Reviews equipment tutorials on the Y YouTube channel and via Precor's QR codes to possess a working knowledge of equipment in wellness center.
• Is knowledgeable of and promotes YMCA virtual and on site programs to members.
• Wears appropriate and approved fitness attire, therefore being easily identifiable by members.
• Applies YMCA of the Roses policy/procedures for emergency situations, including emergency and safety procedures.
• Serves as a role model for other staff members by demonstrating exemplary job skills and behavior.
• Attends required staff meetings, educational workshops and certifications.
• Maintains certification by attending CEC classes and submitting required updated paperwork to the YMCA of the USA and the YMCA of the Roses.
• Completes additional duties as assigned by the Wellness Coordinator/Director.

Leadership Competencies

• Relationships
• Communication
• Developing Self & Others
• Community

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent preferred
• At least 16 years of age
• Obtain CPR PRO/AED/First Aid certification within 3 months of hire
• Ability to work well with people and maintain a positive attitude
• Knowledge of strength training and cardio equipment
• Complete the following within 1 month of hire:
• Living Our Cause
• Cause Driven Tour
• Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y
• Wellness Center at the Y training
• Complete the following within 3 months of hire:
• Foundations of Listen First
• Principles of Member Health and Wellness Work

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 disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to instruct and observe health seekers with proper form and technique.
• Ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force regularly and 45 pounds of force occasionally.
• Ability to Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift grasp, talk, make repetitive motions, see and hear.

Additional Requirements

• Obtain Criminal background check, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.