Health and Wellness Director

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YMCA of the USA
Tazewell, VA, USA
Full-time

The Four Seasons YMCA is looking for a dynamic leader to join a dedicated team to implement creative fitness programs that changes lives.  The ideal candidate must be passionate about health and wellness, dedicated to the Y mission and be an example of living a healthy lifestyle.  Candiate must represent themselves professionally with staff, members and the community. 

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Develop, implement and oversee all Health and Wellness programs that reflect the community's needs and maintains the YMCA's high standards of safe quality programing.
  • Directs fitness staff, group exercise instructors and personal trainers in their responsibilities. 
  • Recruits, trains and evaluates health and wellness staff.
  • Coordinate special events that promote Living a Healthy Lifestyle and the Y mission. 
  • Identifies new and innovative programs that target youth, adults, seniors and families with an emphasis on increased membership retention.
  • Attends weekly staff meeting and occational board meeting.
  • Trains fitness staff and provides guidance of work duties.  
  • Supervises fitness area and programs by being attentive to all participants to ensure safe exercise technique.
  • Maintains all equipment in fitness area and group exercise area ensuring safety and service.
  • Ensures cleanliness of fitness area and group exercise area.
  • Oversee fitness purchases and department related supplies within budget guidelines.
  • Develop and manage annual department budget ensuring financial success.  
  • Provides leadership and support to the annual campaign and volunteer committees as needed.
  • Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with the YMCA's mission and goals.
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned.  
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education, Health and Wellness or related field with preferred two years of experience working in a relatable professional experience.  
Skills/Experience: 
  • Required certifications:  First Aid/CPR/AED.  National Fitness Certifications a plus.  
  • At least one year of experience in Wellness consultation, Personal Training, Group Exercise, Supervision.
How to Apply: 

http://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/national-details.html?id=24598&...

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: 
May 3 2018
Active Until: 
Jun 3 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit