Personal Trainer

Overview

The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Personal Trainer is responsible for serving members in the areas of health and fitness. This person will have the advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully work one-on-one with clients desiring a program tailored to meet their specific needs.

Not only will you be part of amazing mission driven work, but we also offer the following benefits for our Part-time Staff:

• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, sports, and aquatics.
• 20% Discount on Personal Training.
• 12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan.

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.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate as a Wellness Coach
• Provide comprehensive fitness assessments for members and clients.
• Provide personalized exercise programs for members and clients.
• Ensure proper administrative responsibilities are followed to document sessions with clients.
• Demonstrate exceptional knowledge of exercise modes and techniques.
• Promote and incorporate the YMCA’s 4 core values to members and clients.
• Obtain relevant CEC’s and keep certifications up to date.
• Perform projects/duties as assigned (Newsletters, Articles, Staff Trainings, Workshops, Health Education, etc.) by supervisor.
• Possess comprehensive knowledge on how to use all exercise equipment.
• Ensure exercise programs provide measurable results and that the client is satisfied with training.
• Provide adequate work availability for members and clients.
• Adhere to the Non-Compete Clause stating that you will not train with specific YMCA of Greenville competitors.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers
• Follow mandated reporting requirements
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Exercise Related Field and/or equivalent health and fitness experience.
• Current ACSM, NSCA, NETA, NASM, or ACE certification.
• Current CPR/AED, Child Abuse, and Blood Borne Pathogen Certifications.
• Excellent member service skills.
• Excellent knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, & physiology.
• Marketing and sales ability.
• Computer skills involving Microsoft Office and email.
• Desire for health, wellness, and fitness promotion.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Personal passion for health and fitness.

Requires:

• Completion of Child Abuse Prevention, Blood Bourne Pathogen and CPR/First Aid training within first 30-days of employment.