Evidence Based Healthy Program Instructor

Job Title: Evidence Based Health Program Instructor  

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt                                         

Position Type: Part-time      

Reports to: Director of Healthy Living   

This position is located in the city of Hibbing, MN.

Part-Time Benefits:

• Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years)
• Paid time off (Accrue 1 hour of paid time off for every 30 hours worked)
• Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y
• Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller 
• Team member referral program
• Employee engagement and appreciation activities
• Employee assistance program
• Growth and development opportunities
• Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged

Position Summary

The Evidence-Based Healthy Program Instructor is responsible for delivering YMCA-approved evidence-based health and wellness programs designed to improve the overall well-being, health outcomes, and quality of life for participants. This position leads structured programs such as the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL), and other evidence-based initiatives by providing education, encouragement, accountability, and support in a safe and inclusive environment.

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

Essential Functions

• Facilitate evidence-based health and wellness programs following established curriculum, guidelines, and program standards.
• Lead group sessions including health education, physical activity components, discussions, and participant engagement activities.
• Create a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where participants feel comfortable sharing goals, challenges, and progress.
• Educate participants on healthy lifestyle behaviors including physical activity, nutrition, wellness strategies, and disease prevention/management.
• Encourage participant accountability through goal setting, progress tracking, and ongoing support.
• Demonstrate and safely lead appropriate exercises and modifications based on participant abilities and needs.
• Monitor participant engagement, attendance, and progress while maintaining accurate program.
• Complete required reporting, assessments, and data collection according to program requirements.
• Provide individualized encouragement and resources to help participants achieve their wellness goals.
• Communicate effectively with YMCA staff, community partners, and participants regarding program updates and needs.
• Maintain current certifications, training, and knowledge related to assigned evidence-based programs.
• Other duties as assigned. 

YMCA Competencies

• Values: Accept and demonstrate the Y’s values 
• Community: Desire to serve others and fulfill community needs  
• Inclusion: Work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions  
• Relationships: Build rapport and relate well with others  
• Developing Others: Take the initiative to assist in developing others  
• Decision-Making: Make sound judgments, and transfer learning from one situation to another  
• Change Capacity: Demonstrate an openness to change, and seek opportunities in the change process 

Required Qualifications

• Experience leading group programs, health education, fitness, wellness, or community-based programming preferred.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required within 60 days of employment. 
• Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Previous customer service; ability to multi-task.
• Excellent organization and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite (excel, word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job. 
• Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with HIPPA regulations. 
• Previous NDPP teaching experience. 
• One year of supervisor and/or management experience.
• One year of experience with data entry or word processor.
• Any form of continuing education related to data entry.

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. 

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

Ability to conduct classes and activities relating to fitness. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time position requiring approximately 5-10 hours of work a week. Hours may vary depending on staff needs, data entry requirements, and/or CDC requirements change. 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must be able to successfully pass a background check. 

Other Duties 

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

EEO Statement 

The Lake Superior YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training.