The YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick is working hard to address the critical issue's facing the region; the health crisis, population decline, youth outmigration and child poverty. At the Y, we are striving to build a diverse and inclusive community where each person is valued for the unique perspectives and contributions they bring.
The Y offers a diverse set of programs at 19 locations in the city and surrounding municipalities. We are a community of 450 employees and 500 volunteers. If you don't have a Y story yet – now is your opportunity to get involved. We invite you to come see what the power of belonging can do for you, your career and your community.
The Opportunity:
The YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick is a charity offering opportunities for personal growth, community involvement and leadership. The Fitness Coach will play an essential role in development of YMCA of Greater Saint John members in personal learning and growth, including physical and social development.
A Fitness Coach will work directly with the YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick membership as well as community partners to ensure all fitness programming and requirements are completed within operating hours of the Saint John Regional Y.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and carry out all fitness activities within the Saint John Regional Y and off site locations.
- Circulate through the centre, initiating conversation, assisting members with exercise techniques, and booking appointments for members.
- Ensure that all fitness equipment is working properly and accessible for membership use.
- Demonstrate and instruct fitness activities and techniques in a proper and safe manner.
- Develop innovative and efficient ways to deliver programs based on trends and member feedback.
- Instruct groups and individuals in fitness activities and programming.
- Maintain a minimum of 80% score on annual performance evaluation of direct program delivery.
- Attend to member and client needs and to respond to members concerns in a positive and professional/timely manner.
- Provide lifestyle awareness information to those members that are interested in programming within the YMCA.
- Monitor fitness activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required.
- Enforce safety rules and regulations within the Saint John Regional Y, with a primary focus on the fitness floor and surrounding area.
- Assist with co-ordination of special events as requested.
- Schedule activities, keep logs, maintain records and prepare reports for individual personal training sessions and group orientations.
- General cleaning of the fitness area will be required of all staff persons. This includes and is not limited to filling towel dispensers, cleaning fitness equipment and ensuring that the fitness floor is clean and well-maintained for membership use.
- Assist membership by covering all scheduled breaks.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Current First Aid and CPR/AED Certification
- Must hold and maintain Personal Training Certification from Nationally Recognized Source.
- Certification in any streams of group fitness will be considered an asset.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills
- Available to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
- Employment is contingent on having a clean Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
What We Offer:
- YMCA membership
- In-house training and professional development opportunities
- Uniform and uniform allowance
- Personal “Y Day”
- Competitive compensation package, including benefits and pension plan
- Opportunities for career growth
- Opportunities for cross-training across departments
- Paid job-related certifications (i.e. First aid/CPR)
We ask qualified applicants to submit their cover letter and resume. The YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick appreciates the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.