OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA- Personal Trainer

PART TIME PERKS

Free certifications (depending on position)
Free YMCA of Greater Indianapolis membership
Flexible schedules
Childcare provided when actively working (up to 20 hours per week)
Retirement
Employee Assistance Program
Center Discounts

KNOW HOW

• Required: Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Required: Must meet requirements of current National Organization for Competency Assurance (NOCA) certified personal training certification.

• Preferred: A degree in physical education, exercise science or other health related field.

• Preferred: Professional experience in personal training.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding personal information on children, family and YMCA staff.

• Current certifications in CPR, First Aid, Safety & Risk Management, Child Abuse Prevention and New Employee Orientation or the ability to obtain within 60-90 days of employment.

• Administrative skills including the ability to maintain required program and department documentation and records.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• May work a minimum of 1 wellness department shift per week as deemed by the wellness center.

• Conducts self in accordance with the YMCA mission and Code of Conduct.

• Be knowledgeable of and support YMCA Personal Training Guidelines and Protocols.

• Arrive at least 5 minutes before scheduled appointments, prepared and dressed in uniform, including nametag.

• Schedule a meeting place for you and each client, especially if he/she is a new member to the YMCA.

• Review health history forms for each client prior to evaluation or first training session.

• Perform fitness evaluations, goal setting sessions, program design and proper training technique with all clients.

• Keep accurate records of all sessions.

• Make appropriate personnel contact (director, physician, physical therapists) if warranted.

• Exhibit good communication and listening skills.

• Encourage follow-up evaluations to track and monitor progress.

• Continue to sharpen and upgrade skills and knowledge in the field of personal training.

• Be available to accept new clients on an as-needed basis.

• Accurately record and turn in signed time sheets with receipts attached.

• Continuously review emergency procedures and protocol.

• Never miss and appointment without notifying the client and rescheduling.

• Provide safe programs and environment for all participants, volunteers and staff.

• Attend all staff meetings and training associated with the Personal Training Program.

• Assist with other projects or activities as needed.