Downtown Family YMCA
Treasure Valley YMCA is seeking their next Cause Driven Leader to direct the Health and Well-being Department at our Downtown Branch.
Through the YMCA’s four Treasure Valley facilities and hundreds of programs, youth, adults, and families have access to endless opportunities to achieve healthy living. There is a place for everyone in the YMCA’s programs, which include swimming, land and water sports, weight loss and nutrition, disease prevention and management, wellness coaching, workplace wellness, group exercise, baby/parenting wellness, and a dozen community-based races and triathlons held throughout the year. YMCA staff are qualified and devoted to providing the support and safety one may need on his/her journey to a healthier, happier life.
The Health and Wellbeing Director is responsible for administering the total operation of the Health and Wellbeing department within the Downtown Branch of the Treasure Valley YMCA, ensuring excellent member and participant service, program development and delivery, staff and volunteer development, and financial development within the department.
- Work closely with Health and Well-being staff to ensure department operations are consistent with approved Leading Practices.
- Supervise Health and Well-Being staff, including hiring, onboarding, role-modeling, coaching, scheduling, and on-going development.
- Expand existing programs and establish new programs and activities in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
- Respond to member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Develop and monitor program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
- Manage all aspects of programming to ensure budget, quality and safety expectations are met.
- Evaluate and track financial assistance.
- Work with the Marketing and Communications team to market and distribute program information.
- Operate in a synergistic manner with other YMCA branches and departments to increase participation through cross-promotion and education.
- Be a contributing member of assigned Association Program Strategy Team.
- Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
- Coordinate use of Health and Well-being facilities for program activities and events, including working with other Y and community leaders as needed.
- Meet position-specific requirements in the Annual Campaign plan and assist in other YMCA fund raising activities and special events.
- Develop and maintains relationships with current and potential funding sources in coordination with Branch and Association staff.
- Serve as Program Committee liaison.
Bachelor's degree in health and fitness related field or equivalent experience preferred. Minimum three years of experience in related field. Current national certification with ACSM or NASM or other national fitness certification preferred. Preferred experience as a group exercise instructor in multiple class formats.Background must include strong skills in human relations, budgeting and fiscal management, financial development, health and well-being management, and staff and volunteer management. Excellent human relation skills and an ability to maintain positive communication with staff and members. Ability to address and make solid decisions in emergency situations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including telephone etiquette and computer use. Prior experience of successful supervision of staff and volunteers preferred. Must be able to meet YMCA transportation requirements.
The ideal candidate will exude passion for the Y-Movement, community engagement and leadership development. We are looking for someone that has the ability to foster growth as an aspirational leader in the branch, association, and overall community.