Morris Personal Trainer

Job Details: Job Location: Morris Hospital YMCA - Morris, IL, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $21.00 - $25.00Hourly, POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide individual and small group personal fitness training and diet consultation. Teach individuals proper use of equipment including free weights, cardio, and strength equipment. Must be physically fit and trained by YMCA Health and Wellness Director or certified as a personal trainer by an accredited personal trainer / fitness program. Promote the goals and objectives of the YMCA and any additional requirements to ensure the success of the program.

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:

Monitor the fitness room as fitness members use the exercise equipment. Teach and train proper usage as needed.

Motivate and educate fitness members in leading healthy lifestyles.

Builds effective, authentic relationships with members and staff; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA by answering questions related to the fitness area.

Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.

Take professional initiative to promote personal training, clinics and all wellness related opportunities.

: QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Degree or equivalent.

Current Personal Trainer Certification Preferred

CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Child Abuse prevention training, Sexual Harassment, Active Threat training within 30 days of hire date.

Complete New Staff Orientation.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to work fluctuating shifts which include weekday evenings, weekends and holidays.

Ability to walk, stand and sit for long period of time.

Be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.

Ability to work in various temperatures with various noise levels.

Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act in case of emergencies

PART-TIME BENEFITS:

FREE Y Membership

25% off on Y programming

Participation in the Y’s retirement plan (when eligibility requirements have been met)