Fitness Team Lead

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YMCA of the USA
Lake Zurich, IL, USA
Full-time

The Fitness Team Lead coordinates assigned programs and staff, in areas such as fitness, Active Older Adults, and/or strength training. Ensures that programs operate in a quality manner, consistent with YMCA guidelines and standards.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Recruits, trains, and supervises volunteer and paid staff.
  • Develops special events and seasonal programs for members.
  • Develops, implements, supervises and evaluates programs for YMCA members and other groups.
  • Plans and instructs individuals, groups and/or classes.
  • Participates in marketing and retention activities.
  • Assists with development and management of the department budget.
  • Maintains records related to program.
  • Attends and conducts staff meetings and trainings.
  • Maintains current certifications.
  • May perform fitness testing and orientations.
  • Ensures a safe and effective workout area.
  • Reports equipment problems.
  • Discusses and promotes all YMCA programs.
  • Motivates members and staff to commit to long-term participation.
  • Support the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed.
Educational Background: 
Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Wellness, Fitness, or related field with 1 to 3 years of experience with some supervisory experience.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Have specific knowledge and ability in fitness instruction as well as preventative measures in health and fitness.
  • Possess the ability to communicate verbally and in writing to individuals and small groups.
How to Apply: 

https://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/details/40077

Job Function: 
Program / Project Management

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Aug 29 2019
Active Until: 
Sep 29 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit