About the role
Pay: $14.35 to $17.93 per hour
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Health & Wellness Specialist provides fitness equipment orientations, promotes YMCA health and wellness services, maintains and cleans equipment, and enforces recreation guidelines.
This position requires morning availability from 4:45am - 9:00am.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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 ; Part Time; Non Exempt (up to 25hrs/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
QUALIFICATIONS
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.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION
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.