YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island: Program Fitness Staff
Nature and Scope:
The Program Fitness Staff work collaboratively with other staff and volunteers, and are responsible for providing safe, fun, and educational programs and service to members and participants in a fitness environment. A key function of their role is to assist individual members with their fitness programs, in a positive and professional manner. These staff will also build meaningful relationships through daily interaction with Y members, visitors, and colleagues; and work in collaboration with the Member Educator Staff to support member sales and retention efforts.
Both Permanent Part-Time and Casual positions are entitled to a YMCA-YWCA individual membership.
Permanent part-time positions only qualify for 3 weeks paid vacation (pro-rated based on hours worked), a YMCA-YWCA individual membership, paid sick days (as per policy – pro-rated based on hours worked); as well as a cost-shared group benefits plan after the probationary period which includes:
– Healthcare, Drug Plan, Dental, Vision, EAP Plan
– Extended Health Care
– Life Insurance, AD&D and Long Term Disability
– Eligibility for the YMCA Canada Pension Plan (eligible after two years of continuous service, if required hours are met)
Responsibilities:
– Perform member orientations to the fitness facility and Personal Coaching Sessions
– Maintain an atmosphere of achievement that inspires self and others to succeed
– Ensure the safety of all members, participants, staff, and property by following YMCA-YWCA standards/policies/procedures and ensuring they are maintained amongst all members and staff
– Monitor commitment to service excellence by role modelling and maintaining YMCA SAM 2.1 standards
– Effectively support the operation of the facility, including opening and closing procedures
– Teach Group Fitness Classes
– Support the annual Strong Kids Fundraising Campaign
– Adhere to YMCA Child Protection Policies and Procedures