Health and Wellbeing Lead

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Health and Wellbeing Lead to join our team! 

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

 This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

As a Health and Wellbeing Lead, you will Assist with the organization of programs, and with monitoring of systems, within the Health and Well-being.

 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist Program Directors and/or Coordinators with program implementation.
• Maintain tracking systems within the Health and Well-being department.
• Create program workshops for staff and members.
• Maintain the daily operations of program area by responding to requests, inquiries, concerns and complaints in a timely manner.
• Provide kick start orientations to members of all fitness levels.
• Instruct and lead group exercise classes.
• Demonstrate proper form and technique using current safety guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and complete records on each member.
• Understand and actively practice our commitment to the Health Seeker by serving, building relationships, and connecting with members who struggle to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

 

Qualifications:

• Minimum two years related experience in the field.
• YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning and/or Foundations of Group Exercise certification or equivalent, such as ACE, ACSM, or AFAA certifications.
• Knowledge of basic health and fitness principles and components, exercise prescription and strength training
• Be able to set an excellent example in health, fitness and member service.
• Intermediate level of computer knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations.
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen certifications.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required. 

 

Wage: $16.66 to $17.00 per hour, depending on qualifications 

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location: Tom Taylor Family YMCA, Gig Harbor, WA  

Benefits:

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

 

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

 

Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org.  

 

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