YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island: Program Coordinator - Fitness
Nature and Scope:
The Program Coordinator – Fitness, is a dynamic leader who ensures that professional standards are demonstrated and applied in all related YMCA-YWCA classes, programs and services. Emphasis is placed on the ability to effectively support and deliver high quality group and individual fitness programming. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, organized, resourceful and capable of maintaining a positive, caring, service-oriented environment.
Reporting to the Centre Manager, the Program Coordinator – Fitness will work as a member of the Health, Fitness and Aquatics leadership team. The responsibilities will include assisting in the development and maintenance of a strong team of motivated fitness volunteers and staff and ensuring the delivery of leading-edge classes and events. A willingness to work a flexible schedule is required.
Permanent full-time and part-time positions qualify for a YMCA-YWCA individual membership; 22 vacation days (pro-rated for part time); paid sick days (as per policy); and a cost-shared benefits package (after completion of the probationary period) which includes:
- Health Care, Drug Plan, Dental, Vision, EAP
- Extended Health Care
- Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
- YMCA Canada Pension Plan (per Y’s Personnel Policies)
- Other benefits are outlined in the Y’s Personnel Policies.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the organization, scheduling, and supervision of all group fitness classes.
- Recruit, train, coach and supervise, volunteers and staff.
- Teach group fitness classes and deliver personal coaching sessions for members.
- Assist in the delivery of the YMCA Canada Fitness Leadership Program.
- Ensure staff and volunteers maintain the required up-to-date certification.
- Facilitate professional development workshops and facilitate in-service training programs.
- Monitor commitment to service excellence by role modelling and maintaining YMCA SAM 2.1 standards.
- Educate members and the public regarding safe exercise habits and ensure all safety and proper exercise procedures are followed.
- Monitor and manage the relevant area budget.
- Contribute as a member of the leadership team in the operation of the Branch.
- Serve as the Building Supervisor/Duty Manager as required.
- Provides leadership to the Annual Campaign as requested.
- Adhere to YMCA Child Protection Policies and Procedures.
Qualifications:
- Experience supervising a large department/team of staff and volunteers.
- Minimum 2 years of health and fitness program-related experience.
- YMCA Group Fitness Certification (or equivalent) in a minimum of 2 specialty areas. Applicants will be required to obtain the other specialty areas (training provided).
- YMCA Personal Trainer (or equivalent) an asset and will be required (training provided).
- University Degree or College Diploma in a related field.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR (C) required.
- A clear Police/RCMP Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required (not required at application stage).
Competencies:
- Commitment to Organization Vision and Values
- Leadership
- Commitment to Health and Safety
- Conflict Resolution
- Coaching and Development
- Service Attitude/Customer Focus
- Relationship Building
- Communication
- Teamwork