Hendricks Regional Health YMCA - Small Group Training - Personal Training

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.
• Actively participate in the annual campaign.
• Attend all staff meetings and training associated with the Personal Training Program.
• Assist with other projects or activities as needed.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and transport equipment if needed.
• Visually inspect the strength and cardio-respiratory areas for equipment in need of repair and report problems to the Wellness Director.
• Demonstrate exercises and proper use of equipment as needed in the Wellness Department.
• Assist in cleaning and maintaining the equipment.
• Interpret association goals, objectives and policies to the community and membership.
• Maintain Continuing Education Credits and other requirements to keep all certifications current.
• Ability to visibly observe participants.
• Ability to concentrate even when distracted by noise and activity.
• Ability to communicate effectively with participants, staff and volunteers.
• Ability to reason, solve problems and make independent judgment and decisions.
• Ability to observe and promote safety and security procedures.
• Ability to physically and mentally respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.