Wellness Fitness Nutrition Coach

FITNESS NUTRITION COACHING YMCA JOB DESCRIPTION
FLSA Status: Job Grade: (unique to Y)
Status: Part-time
Reports to: Fitness Revision Date: Revision Date: 1/4/2018

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community
through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Interacts with new and
existing members to help them in achieving their health and well-being goals. Creates a
welcoming environment for all members of all backgrounds and abilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Coaches members in support of their desired behavior change. Regularly checks on
members? progress in meeting personal and program goals.
2. Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to
healthy living. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective
information and support to members.
3. Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with
each other and the YMCA. Introduces new members to group exercise communities
based their health and well-being goals.
4. Utilizes tools and information for the purpose of increasing member knowledge of
wellness as well as wellness programs provided through the YMCA (handouts, schedules,
etc.).
5. May conduct post-enrollment interviews to understand new members? definition of wellbeing,
personal goals, cultural background, healthcare needs, diverse abilities and
interests and develops plans to meet their individual needs.
6. Maintains and cleans equipment according to the schedule or as requested by
supervisor.
7. Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
8. Attends all staff meetings.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve
others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working
relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and
perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person?s
point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning;
speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to
another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting
policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed
goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an
openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal
feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical
knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date
knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
2. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications; Bloodborne Pathogens and Child Abuse Prevention training
within 30 days of hire date.
3. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & 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. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
? Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing,
bending, reaching, and lifting.