Personal Trainer - Part Time

POSITION SUMMARY:
• This position helps to guide the YMCA Community in their wellness journey through the support of our personal training program. They will assist members in attaining their short and long-term goals by intentionally welcoming, connecting with and supporting our members. Our part-time trainers get paid on a per-session basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Conduct personal training sessions for YMCA members. Contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive, safe and nurturing environment, that fosters an excellent service to members, guests and program participants in the Y.
• Guide clients through our training options and support them in selecting a plan that will help them to succeed in their goals.
• Track assigned members’ individual progress and take appropriate action to motivate members to continue their YMCA membership and good exercise habits.
• Schedule training sessions and accurately track use of pre-paid sessions, utilizing the processes of the Health and Wellness department.
• Attend appropriate and required training classes offered by the Woodson YMCA as well as classes needed to maintain certification and allow for personal growth.
• Follow systems, practices, and training related to risk management and safety of participants and staff and follow accident reporting procedures and policies. Remain alert to the condition of equipment and report any concerns to supervisor.

• Must work within scope of practice as defined be the active certifications held. Refrain from diagnosing injuries, offering medical advice, and dispensing or endorsing any and all commercial health products especially nutritional supplements, vitamins, performance enhancing substances and pain relievers.
• Follow all requirements outlined in the Staff Expectations.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Director.