Location: Brooklyn,NY, USA
- Fitness Center Coach
**Fitness Center Coach**
Employment Type Part-Time Job Category Health & Wellness Borough Brooklyn Location Dodge YMCA **Salary: $15.00 P/H**
The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.
The Dodge YMCA is looking for a Fitness Center Coach who will oversee fitness areas at the branch and provide outstanding hospitality to ensure a positive and safe user experience.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Provide orientation and instruction on proper usage of fitness equipment to members adults and teens.
* Provide outstanding hospitality to all members and guests, initiating a professional relationship with the members in regards to their needs, concerns, and questions and acting as an agent to accommodate the members needs/concerns.
* Assist members in effectively utilizing fitness equipment.
* Understand the basic fitness principles and be aware of current fitness programs and trends.
* Monitor fitness areas to ensure compliance with YMCA policies and procedures.
* Provide members with opportunities that will increase their involvement, sense of belonging, and ownership of the YMCA.
* Perform equipment inspections and report results to supervisor.
* Maintain cleanliness and order in the fitness center.
* Obtain shift coverage when unable to report to work.
* Make phone calls to members, as needed
* Maintain required certifications, tracked in Club Connect.
* Actively participate in training sessions and designated meetings.
* Have a thorough knowledge of branch emergency procedures and take appropriate action for emergency situations.
* Support community and promotional special events as needed.
* Other activities and duties as needed that address the ongoing health and well-being of our staff and members.
* Follow and maintain sanitary habits in accordance with CDC guidelines.
**Desired Skills & Experience:**
* High School diploma or equivalent.
* Experience working in a health and fitness environment.
* Current CPR / First Aid / AED certifications.
* Knowledge of Principles of Member Health & Wellness, and Foundations of Strength and Conditioning.
* Excellent customer service skills.
* Must be available evenings and weekends.
We offer an exciting and innovative work environment with a culture committed to serving all members of our community. As a leading not-for-profit, community service organization, our Association relies heavily on fundraising to support the wide range of programs we proudly provide the communities we serve. Our expectation is that all staff promotes participation of their branch fundraising efforts in some capacity.
**How to Apply:**
If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our and submit your rsum and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.
If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the in Cornerstone.
***** New Requirement*****
**All potential YMCA of Greater New York employees are required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Please use the Additional Attachment section on the online application to upload your proof of COVID-19 vaccination.**
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