What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Instructor - Sports/Rec position at YMCA of Metro North - Melrose Y Academy?
POSITION SUMMARY: This position is primarily responsible for educating, instructing, and training members in safe and correct principles of health and fitness, specifically in the realm of sports, and conditioning for sports.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/PRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES: 1. Provide excellent member service by exceeding member expectations. 2. Engage in active listening with members in order to build relationships, understand individual’s goals and interests, and take the initiative to assist in the achievement of those goals. 3. Educate members on current fitness principles and research findings. 4. Design conditioning training programs, including programs for persons with special needs if necessary. 5. Review member’s programs regularly, provide feedback, and follow up. 6. Educate members in the proper use of cardiovascular equipment and help them select the appropriate training program and level (i.e. target heart rate calculation). 7. Teach members the principles and correct techniques of strength training that includes equipment and free weights. 8. Consult with members about physical fitness and related topics. 9. Provide supervision and encouragement during training sessions. 10. Attend scheduled Fitness staff meetings and participate in training seminars 11. Carry out other related responsibilities as assigned. 12. Remain current in required and voluntary training in order to promote growth of mind and spirit and character values for all.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: ¨ Must be knowledgeable of anatomy, physiology, and basic exercise principles ¨ Coaching, personal training, or strength and conditioning certifications, or working towards those certifications preferred. ¨ Must hold a CPR/AED certification SKILLS
COMPETENCIES/KNOW HOW: Must possess excellent communication and human relations skills. ¨ Ability to work as an integral member of the team
REQUIRED TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Safety Skills Learning Management System on Child Abuse Prevention (provided within the first week of employment)
- CPR and First Aid - A certification(s) from nationally recognized institutes such as AFFA, ACE, ACSM, NASM or similar.
Benefits: All Metro North Y employees will receive a free family membership!