Hybrid Group Exercise Lead - Valley Branch bei YMCA of the Inland Northwest

OUR CULTURE:
At the Y, you can channel your passion into a lifelong career helping to deliver positive change. Every day, our staff – of all ages and from all walks of life – work to bridge the gaps in community needs by nurturing the potential of youth and teens, improving our community’s health and well-being, and providing support to our neighbors, by serving others, building strong relationships, and incorporating our YMCA values into our everyday work.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Group Exercise Lead, under the direction of the Health and Wellness Director, will be responsible for the supervision and implementation of on-site duties for Group Exercise staff. The Group Exercise Lead will collaborate with the Health and Wellness Director in developing and scheduling program offerings that serve members and enhance community health and spirit.

We are eager to fill this position and welcome dedicated individuals who are ready to make a difference. Work up to 19 hours per week in a dynamic environment. This is a part time on going position. 

Work schedule: This position offers flexibility in scheduling, subject to operational needs and supervisor approval. Specific hours will be discussed and agreed upon during the hiring process. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Leads and encourages communication, collaboration, substituting, and teamwork among Group Exercise Instructors.
2. Assists the Health and Wellness Director with providing on-site support and substitution to instructors, observing classes, and delivering feedback to instructors for support and growth.
3. Maintains a visible presence within the facilities, especially at peak times of Group Exercise offerings, building interpersonal relationships with members and staff in all departments.
4. Monitors class counts and capacities, decibel readings, equipment inventory, compliance binders, and equipment care and repair.
5. Assist with planning and leading of special events, staff recognition, coaching, and quarterly staff meetings for Group Exercise Staff.
6. Helps to assimilate new Group Exercise hires and facilitates communication and cohesiveness in the Group Exercise department.
7. Interprets and communicates the Y Mission, objectives, and programs to members, program participants, and community members through purposeful programming and fundraising efforts.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Group Exercise Certification required
  1. In addition, Personal trainer certification preferred
• Completion of YMCA program-specific training upon hire
• Utilities above average program implementation skills, outstanding communication skills, and exceptional organizational skills
• Able to respond professionally and swiftly in cases of injuries and emergencies
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds 

 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.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around all levels of the facility while they instruct, direct, and supervise the work of employees
• The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, and rotate parts of the body
• The employee must occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

The YMCA of the Inland Northwest commits to being an inclusive organization for all. Driven by our mission and values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility we actively work to close equity gaps for marginalized and underserved groups. We are inspired to elevate social justice issues facing our community, remove systemic barriers, welcome cultural diversity, and create equity for those in greatest need. Through collaboration with our diverse community partners together we work to effect meaningful change. In all things, we are dedicated to ensuring our Y is a safe, welcoming place for all people to be, belong, and become. The YMCA of the Inland Northwest provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants.

STARTING PAY: $19.10/hr

WHAT YOU GET FROM WORKING AT THE YMCA:

• Frequent opportunities to makes a difference in the lives of youth, adults, and senior members
• Something new and exciting to learn and work with every day
• Free individual membership (<19 hours/week) and family membership (20+ hours/week), with program discounts available
• Paid sick time for all staff, and paid vacation time for staff working 20+ hours/week
• Flexible schedules that work for YOU
• Onsite childcare with discounts available
• Medical, dental and health benefits for staff working 30+ hours/week
• Retirement plan with 8% employer contribution after 2 years of service (1,000 or more hours worked required in each anniversary year)

The happiest and most fulfilled Y staff are motivated to help others and want to be a part of something larger than themselves. Join our team! Come be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us. 

Apply today!