Fitness Group Exercise Coordinator - Durango Hills

The YMCA of Southern Nevada is currently seeking enthusiastic, energetic and dedicated part-time Group Exercise Coordinator at the Durango Hills location.

At the YMCA of Southern Nevada we’re committed to providing a superior work environment that offers challenges, flexibility and fun. We help employees maximize their strengths and enhance new skill areas so they can build successful careers while making a meaningful impact in community. As one of Southern Nevada’s largest nonprofit community service organizations, we offer many ways for individuals to use their talents to make a difference. We welcome you to come join our Y family!

Under the direction of the Senior Program Director/Health & Wellness Director, the position's primary goal is to assist in the administration of the group exercise programs for members in accordance with the objectives and policies set forth by the Association.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) Assists in the management of the Group Exercise program with an emphasis on development of the schedule, hiring staff and providing leadership to the instructors with the end result being safe and effective group ex classes that promote the YMCA’s healthy spirit, mind, and body philosophy.

2) Maintains the department budget by following expense guidelines for group exercise and completion of payroll.

3) Directs the personnel and volunteers of the department in their respective responsibilities. Recruits, trains, and recognizes instructors. Reviews effectiveness of employed personnel and volunteers bi-annually; observes individual performance; appraises effectiveness and communicates findings to the Senior Program Director.

4) Reviews and evaluates the class attendance, program enrollment, and services provided by the wellness department. Communicates findings to supervisor.

5) Suggests the development and roll out of new and innovative programs in the area of health & wellness, while targeting youth, adults, seniors and families with an emphasis on increased membership retention.

6) Conducts group exercise classes, programs and training of staff and volunteers of the department in the performance of their respective responsibilities.

8) Instructs members and participants on safe exercise techniques including but not limited to warm-up and stretching progression, aerobic conditioning, strength training, proper use of Center equipment and workout progression.

10) Promotes and implements relationship building in all programming, training and supervision. Builds and maintains a high standard of customer service for all members.

13) Assists with implementation of special events including Les Mills Re-launches, Zumba parties, health fairs and family events, etc.

ABUSE RISK MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS:

1. Follows employees and volunteers screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk.
2. Provides employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk.
3. Provides employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with youth.
4. Requires employees and volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse Respond quickly to policy and procedure violations using the organization’s progressive disciplinary procedures.
5. Responds seriously and confidentially to reports of suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
6. Follows mandated reporting requirements.
7. Communicates to all employees and volunteers the organization’s commitment to protect their consumers from abuse.
8. Reports essential abuse risk management information to their supervisor, executive director, or human resources.

• One to two years related experience preferred.
• Group fitness and/or personal training certification preferred.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Proficiency with standard busine