Wellness Director

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YMCA of the USA
Somerville, NJ, USA
Full-time

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to inspire Healthy Living? Do you have a passion for creating and managing high quality wellness programs that ensure member satisfaction? Somerset County YMCA currently seeks a dynamic, take-charge person with a solid wellness/fitness background to provide strategic direction and leadership to our wellness programming at our recently remodeled wellness center at our Somerville, NJ Branch.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Under the direction of the Branch Executive Director, the Wellness Director is responsible for the development and management of all day-to-day Wellness Center operations and programming to include oversight of all personal training, group exercise and floor supervisor staff.
  • The Wellness Director also develops, plans, and implements new procedures and methods to achieve strategic goals in support of our specialized programming to include chronic disease prevention, LIVESTRONG and other programming.
Educational Background: 
You should have a BS/BA degree in Business, Exercise Science or related field or its equivalent in experience.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Must possess superior leadership and interpersonal skills to interact with membership and a proven track record in leading teams and holding staff accountable.
  • You should have 3-5 years of working experience in fitness or related area and possess knowledge of Exercise Physiology, Strength Training Principles and Technique, Exercise for Older Adults and Customer Service.
  • Supervisory experience is a must. 
  • Must have entrepreneur's attitude and skills and the ability to work flexible schedules to include evenings and weekends.
  • Proven ability to develop and monitor budgets, develop programs, fund raise and establish and maintain collaboration with community organizations.
  • Must have nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (AFFA, ACE, ACSM preferred)
  • Must have nationally recognized Group Exercise Certification
  • You should be able to administer fitness assessments and design fitness and group exercise programs. 
Compensation/Benefits: 

Compensation - Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus 12% retirement contribution and comprehensive health and wellness benefits. 

Benefits of working full-time at Somerset County YMCA include:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • 12% retirement contribution after eligibility period
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance subsidized by our YMCA
  • 100% contribution towards Life Insurance and Long Term Disability
  • Optional life insurance and dependent life insurance available at low rates
  • Community volunteering opportunities
  • A fun, friendly, inclusive environment
  • Complimentary Family Membership with access to five association locations and to over 2,500 YMCA locations nationwide
  • Up to 50% off discount on Child Care & Programs
How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=35741&...

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: 
Apr 9 2019
Active Until: 
May 9 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit