Wellness Director

Believing that our people deserve the best, the YMCA offers exceptional wage and benefits package.

Job Description

Believing that our people deserve the best, the YMCA offers exceptional wage and benefits package. Our featured benefits package determined by your employment status and tenure with the organization includes:

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Funded Retirement Plan
• Subsidized Child Care
• YMCA Facility Access Discounted Program Fees
  
  

Position Summary

The John Geigle branch is a very active YMCA serving many community needs. The facility has a large wellness center, group exercise room, multi-purpose rooms for additional group exercise space. The facility will be going through renovations this spring to add an additional space for group exercise and wellness programming. Responsibilities of this position will include staff supervision, budgeting, expense control and income generation for a $394,000 department budget, program development and quality control, community relations, collaborations, long-range planning and equipment and facility maintenance. The Wellness Director also provides direction and leadership for the achievement of Association goals in accordance with the policies, procedures and standards established by the Board.

Qualifications

Research shows that some candidates apply only if they meet all of the job criteria. If you have passion and intelligence, even if you are missing some of the below requirements, we encourage you to apply to further discuss your skill set.

• A Bachelor's Degree in field required. Master's Degree in related field preferred.
• Must have a minimum 3 years experience in related field and 2 years experience in management or supervision.
• Must meet YMCA of the Suncoast driving criteria.
• Y-USA Team leader, Multi Team Leader or Organizational Leader Certification preferred.
• Must maintain current CPR/First Aid certification and National Certification as a Personal Trainer.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time as well as squat, stoop or bend into awkward positions.
• Must be able to carry and spot up to 50 pounds. Visual and auditory observation of staff, volunteers and members required.
• Must be able to multi task, manage and cultivate relationships as well as have a high level of emotional maturity.
• Must have strong communication skills, including written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Must also have strong organizational skills.
  
  

Essential Functions

High Quality Programs, Services and Facilities

• Direct and administer total operation of the Wellness Department including the interpretation and execution of established policies, the development of procedures and methods, staffing, evaluation of the effectiveness of the programs and operation
• Plan and conduct a wide variety of wellness programs and activities that maximize the facilities available, support the Cause and enhance membership
• Create a nurturing and safe environment by reporting suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or may violate the code of conduct. Ensure the safety and maintenance of high quality facilities, grounds, and equipment by keeping supplies organized, maintain and clean facility and care for equipment.
• Promote and monitor membership and/or program growth, taking a leadership role in membership cultivation and retention
  
  

Staff and Volunteer Management

• Recruit, hire, supervise and develop department staff and volunteers through use of Leadership Competency Model resources that create a culture of cause-driven leaders
• Lead and/or participate in a branch committee(s)
• Conduct monthly staff meetings to keep staff and volunteers well informed.
• Support branch Y Community Champions efforts
  
  

Finance

• Prepare annual department(s) budget for approval by the Executive Director.
• Recommend adjustments and administer the budget, exercising necessary expense controls and revenue production
  
  

Community Development

• Represent and promote the YMCA in the local community and develop positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities.
• Promote and communicate the objectives and programs of the YMCA through public communication media
• Actively participate in community organizations
  
  

Financial Development

• Incorporate storytelling in an effort to advance our mission and cause
• Participate in Annual Campaign efforts
• Identify and recruit Annual Campaign volunteers
• Lead and/or participate in branch special events for fund raising or mission advancement
  
  

Operating Values

• Serve as a member of branch management and support the branch and association objectives of the YMCA Teach, role model and promote SMART behavior
  
  

Strategic

• Support the GPS initiatives by participating on a Commitment Team
• Advance our work in Youth Development, Healthy Living, Volunteerism and Philanthropy
• Incorporate Living Our Cause into work products and behavior
  
  

(all Position Functions Are Essential To The Position)

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

• Volunteerism-Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development and recognition.
• Philanthropy- Cultivates relationships to support fundraising.
• Relationships- Builds relationships to create small communities.
• Innovation- Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities.
• Emotional Maturity- Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance.
• Functional Expertise-Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.