Wellness Attendant

Description

POSITION SUMMARY. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The essential functions will be carried out in keeping with the goals and mission of the Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA.

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Essential Functions

• Instruct members on how to properly use equipment and recommend YMCA programs that could help members reach their goals
• Keep the following areas neat and clean at all times: Wellness Centers 1 & 2, Weight Room, Group Exercise Rooms 1 & 2, Functional Room, and Wesson Building studio (re-rack weights, tidy up accessories, clean equipment, etc.)
• Maintain and clean equipment according to the daily cleaning schedules, or as requested by Supervisor.
• Maintain working knowledge of fitness equipment to include: names of equipment, what the function of that equipment is, and how to navigate the programs on the cardio equipment
• Monitor all wellness areas as members set their equipment to ensure their general safety and equipment function, being mindful of their safety and well-being
• Make yourself available and accessible to members at all times
• Keep all Wellness spaces stocked with necessary supplies (paper towels, cleaning solution, etc.)
• Be knowledgeable of all Health & Wellness programs to educate members
• Follow proper procedures for opening and closing areas of responsibilities
• Exemplify and implement the YMCA Health & Wellness standards of quality and service, to include dress code
• Assist with all Wellness programs as needed by the Health & Wellness Director
• Support members in their desired behavior change. Regularly check on members and recommend personal training or programs, if needed.
• Create a welcoming environment for all members, of all backgrounds and abilities.
• Enforce all member codes of conduct, rules and policies including, but not limited to: age restrictions, dress codes, language and proper use of YMCA equipment and facilities.
• Stay in communication with other staff by keeping a “walkie-talkie” with you at all times; Respond to emergency situations.
• Build effective, authentic relationships with members; help members connect with each other and the YMCA. Introduce new members to wellness communities based on their health and wellness goals.
• Utilize tools and information for the purpose of increasing member knowledge of wellness as well as wellness programs provided through the YMCA (handouts, schedules, program information etc.).
• Attend all staff meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Ymca Competencies

• Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit
• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause
• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence
• Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y’s work and impact in the community
• Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential
  
  

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age of 18 years
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Knowledge and skills in programs and related equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques
• Required trainings within 30 days
• Certifications preferred: CPR, AED and Basic First Aid
• The ability to demonstrate a friendly, courteous, and professional manner while working with members, parents and staff and the ability to understand, articulate and enforce YMCA policies and procedures in a positive way.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.