Personal Trainer (Cross Island YMCA)

Job Summary

Salary: $30.00 Hourly

The Cross Island YMCA is seeking a qualified Personal Trainer who will recruit, design, and deliver safe, fun, dynamic, and effective personal training sessions, while also providing outstanding hospitality to ensure a positive user experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver safe, fun, dynamic, and effective personal training sessions, in person or virtually from the branch.
• Provide outstanding hospitality to all members and guests. Outstanding hospitality involves acting as a proactive agent by initiating professional relationships with members regarding their needs, concerns, and questions, and acting as an agent to accommodate those needs/concerns.
• Recruit new clients and retain current clients.
• Perform client assessments.
• Schedule and coordinate client sessions in a timely manner.
• Record and report sales and sessions to the supervisor.
• Be aware of current fitness programs and trends.
• Maintain required certifications, which are tracked in Club Connect.
• Utilize the app for scheduling as directed.
• Actively participate in training sessions and designated meetings.
• Have a thorough knowledge of the branch’s emergency procedures and take appropriate action in emergency situations.
• Support community and promotional special events as needed.
  

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a health and fitness environment.
  
• Current Adult CPR and First Aid certifications.
  
• National Personal Training Certification required (ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NASM).
• Foundations of Listen First.
• Knowledge of Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y and Principles of Member Health & Wellness.
• Excellent customer service skills.
  
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
  

Benefits:
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.