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Fitness Center Associate, Mitch Park YMCA

YMCA

Edmond, OK

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Blood-Borne Pathogens, CPR Certification, Calendar Management, Cardiovascular, Communication Skills, Defibrillator, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, First Aid, Fitness, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, People Management, Physical Education, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Program Evaluation
LOCATION
Edmond, OK
POSTED
1 day ago

YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Fitness Center Associate

REPORTS TO: Health and Wellness Coordinator/Director

FLSA TYPE: Non-Exempt

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

To monitor the fitness center at all times while positively supporting the YMCA and its mission. Contribute to creating a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, by maintaining a neat, clean and safe environment. Proper maintenance and care of equipment, including regular cleaning is also a necessary and answer member questions or concerns at all times.

Schedule: Varies during the hours of operation of the YMCA

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Remain visible at all times while providing guidance and support for members in the fitness center
  • Make an active effort to encourage members to participate in personal training or other YMCA programs
  • Clean all cardiovascular and weight equipment
  • Ensure that towels and full spray bottles are available to members
  • Re-rack dumbbells and plates during off-peak hours and at the end of shift
  • Communicate with the Coordinator/Director and members when equipment malfunctions by completing the Equipment Log
  • Maintain an accurate service log, completing the recommended routine maintenance as directed by immediate supervisor
  • Assist Coordinator/Director in the implementation of fitness events and programs
  • Maintain current knowledge in fitness trends, innovations, programs, and ideas
  • Handle and solve member inquiries, concerns, and complaints
  • Develop and maintain professional relationships with members through a proactive approach
  • Develop meaningful and sustainable relationships with members, donors and volunteers
  • Maintain knowledge of current and upcoming YMCA events and programs
  • Attend scheduled staff meetings and all-staff meetings
  • Accept and demonstrate the positive character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility
  • Must stay current in CPR PRO/AED/O2 and First Aid, renewed annually
  • Additional trainings as needed such as Blood borne Pathogens, Sexual Harassment Prevention and Child Abuse Prevention
  • All other duties as assigned
EFFECT ON END RESULTS:

Increase member retention through communication, motivation and support to members. See that all members have access to a professionally conducted health screening, exercise prescription, appropriate equipment orientation and program re-evaluation.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Must be certified in CPR PRO, AED, O2 and First AID or become willing to become certified
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Knowledge and understanding of current physical education principals preferred.
  • Must complete Foundations of Strength and Conditioning within 12 months of hire
  • Experience establishing personal relationships
  • Strong verbal, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Required to lift excessive weigh (minimum 50 pounds)

About the Company

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YMCA

With an operating budget of $50 million, the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington operates 17 facilities in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and northern Virginia, employs over 1,500 employees and impacts the lives of more than 200,000 youth and adults each year. A leader in innovation, the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington has made an impact in advancing health and education initiatives and strengthening the communities we serve. Picture your next career move to the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington, joining one of the largest charity organizations in the country, where the expectations are high and where you can make a real difference in driving results. If your next career move includes leaving a legacy, then consider your future with the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington!

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
FOUNDED
1844
WEBSITE
https://ymcadc.org