Personal Trainer

## Description

**POSITION SUMMARY**

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Healthy Living and in harmony with the Christian values and purpose of the association of South Palm Beach County, the incumbent’s primary responsibility is the development and execution of personalized exercise programs to members.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**

• Design and implement individual fitness programs for members concentrating on current fitness levels and fitness goals.
• Maintain written documentation of each member’s fitness program.
• Communicate promptly and effectively with members.
• Display a professional image through conduct and appearance.
• Maintain a positive attitude towards members and co-workers.
• Seek member feedback continuously.
• Accurately record member-training sessions for payroll purposes.
• Attend all staff meeting and in-service training programs as implemented by the Director of Healthy Living.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Healthy Living.
• Maintain certifications as required.

## Qualifications
**YMCA COMPETENCIES (LEADER):**

• *Mission and Community Oriented:* Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.

*People Oriented:* Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

• *Results Oriented:* Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Supports fundraising. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately.

*Personal Development Oriented:* Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process.

**DISCLAIMERS**

• Must complete successful criminal background check and drug screen.
• All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA promotes an equal employment opportunity work place which includes reasonable accommodation of otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please see your manager should you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.
• This job description may not be all-inclusive and employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.