Fitness Coach

The YMCA 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 20 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.

Position Overview

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 Southwestern New Brunswick 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. This is a casual hourly position that reports to the Fitness Coordinator.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and carry out all fitness activities within the Saint John Regional Y and offsite locations.
• Circulate through the centre, initiating conversation, assisting members with exercise technique, 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 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 and clean and well maintained for membership use.
• Assist membership by covering all scheduled breaks
• As part of your working conditions, you are expected to actively participate in member retention and revenue-generating services.
• If you are interested in or required to work additional hours, you will be eligible to gain hours through retention and revenue-generating services.
• Staff are expected to achieve a minimum of 10 hours per month through revenue-generating services. These may include eligible services and programs that support member engagement, retention, and departmental revenue.
• Active participation in these services is an important part of supporting both our members and the overall success of the Fitness Department.

Dayforce Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date availability in Dayforce and promptly update availability when circumstances change.
• Submit time-off requests through Dayforce in advance and in accordance with YMCA procedures.
• Clock in and out for all scheduled shifts and meal breaks using the appropriate Dayforce clock or approved method.
• Regularly review personal punches and timekeeping information for accuracy and promptly report missed or incorrect punches to the supervisor.
• Complete assigned Dayforce tasks, forms, acknowledgements, or required training within established timelines.

SKILLSANDQUALIFICATIONS

• 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.

COMPETENCIESREQUIRED

• Child and Youth Focused: Commits to assisting growth and development among children and youth.
• Commitment To Organization Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of the YMCA.
• Initiative: Does the right thing at the right time without being asked.
• Integrity: Demonstrates responsible behavior at all times and maintains high
• Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals.
• Quality Focus: Ensures that YMCA programs and services are superior.
• Sensitivity: Ability to develop an appreciation for the challenges of our clientele and display needed patience and resourcefulness.

Working Conditions

• As a Casual hourly YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick staff person. Your hours of work and location may be adjusted due to programming needs. There is no guarantee of the number of hours worked within a workweek.
• The YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick has a Joint Health and Safety
• Committee which meets on a monthly basis to discuss health and safety within the workplace. Questions or concerns about your workplace must be brought forward to committee members.
• In this role, you will be required to work in an environment which is often busy with high levels of noise.
• As a YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick staff person, you are responsible for your own travel to and from work.
• You are responsible for the member/client’s safety on a daily basis. You will be required to perform first aid and CPR when and if necessary and you are certified to do so.
• You will be responsible to follow and abide by YMCA Service that Shines Standards, ensuring a clean and well-maintained center is required by all staff persons.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Professional Development: Ongoing training and skill-building opportunities.
• Perks: YMCA individual membership benefit.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values growth and career progression.
• Complimentary uniform

INTERESTED IN JOINING US?

Interested candidates are invited to apply with us online at Careers | YMCA of Southwestern New Brunswick. We ask all 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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY COMMITMENT

We value the unique perspectives and contributions of each individual and are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workforce.

DUTY TO ACCOMMODATE

The YMCA is committed to creating inclusive and accessible environments for all. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the application or employment process, we encourage you to let us know so we can ensure equitable opportunities for all.