Personal Trainer

The Henderson Family Y is looking for a Personal Trainer to motivate, inspire, and expertly guide our clients to achieve their fitness goals. Your main responsibilities include consulting with clients to develop training plans for them, instructing them on proper technique, motivating them to push themselves harder, and providing them with constant support and constructive feedback.

To be a successful Personal Trainer, you should have advanced knowledge of a variety of exercise techniques and how each one works to improve the body. Top candidates will also have an empathetic attitude, able to understand each client's individual goals, emotions, and needs.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

• Under the supervision of the Wellness/ Fitness Director, facilitate personal training /coaching sessions when required.
• Schedule basic orientations for new members when needed.
• Work with Wellness/ Fitness director to develop programs for new clients.
• Communicate clear verbal skills
• Exhibit good time management skills, meeting with clients on time and documenting all future meeting times at the end of each session.
• Monitor equipment & notify correct personnel of any equipment failure and/or breakages, as well as any cleanliness issues within the wellness center & free weight room. Monitor both rooms. Making sure they are neat and all equipment is returned to its proper place.
• Keep cleaning solution filled and clean towels available in these areas.
• Keep member workout programs filed in wellness center filing cabinet.
• Meet with supervisor on an as needed basis regarding client need.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One to two years related experience preferred
• Personal Training certification preferred
• Completion of all relevant paperwork upon hiring
• Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED and First Aid
• Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications

• Flexible work schedule
• Free individual Y membership
• Program discounts
• Retirement contribution for eligible staff