Health and Wellness Coach

Company: Richards Fitness Warfare LLC.
Location: Kent
Posted on: March 12, 2023

Job Description:

RFW was created to provide the preparation and motivation to all future heroes of our United States Armed Forces and Emergency Services that desire a healthy lifestyle through hard work and determination. This program will better prepare those that want to serve our nation and communities.

GENERAL FUNCTION:
Wellness center coaches are responsible for aiding participants in achieving their well-being goals in group or individual settings as indicated by the Health & Well-Being Coordinator. They will instruct members and guests in the safe and effective use of a wide variety of cardio and fitness equipment, monitor the orderly operation of the wellness center, and enforce wellness center rules. Having superb relationship skills, attention to detail, and follow-through are required. Basic computer skills are also necessary. A wellness center coach should be self-motivated and able to complete the daily cleaning tasks. A wellness center coach should also serve as a champion of healthy lifestyles.

---AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
* Establishes rapport with members, learns and uses names, creates a welcoming atmosphere
* Learn how the cardio and weight machines function
* Conduct orientations to teach others the proper and safe way to use equipment
* Conduct data collection by calling members that have completed orientations
* Will connect with supervisor to report out-of-order equipment, new member comments, cleaning schedule, and other pertinent information
* Maintain general knowledge of all YMCA programs and events
* Work effectively in a team environment and independently
* Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations
* Enforcing wellness center rules
* Participate in the YMCAs Annual Power of Community Campaign
* Promote volunteer recruitment and retention
* Basic cleaning of the wellness center and helping with laundry
* Adhere to the dress code policy
* Submits hours worked accurately on electronic timecard; within timelines for supervisor approval
* Other duties as assigned

---WORKING CONDITIONS:
---ENVIRONMENT
Generally, inside Wellness Center and Y facility

---PHYSICAL ABILITIES
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, stoop, kneel, and talk and hear. Incumbent must be able to move freely and quickly throughout the YMCA facility; communicate effectively with people; and use a computer. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 or more pounds. Requirements * Be 18 years of age or older
* Pass a comprehensive background check
* Basic knowledge of anatomy and kinesiology is needed
*Has completed Foundations of Strength and Conditioning course or will complete within 2 months of hire date. Other training certificates/experience will be considered
* Highly preferred that individual will have a current national personal training certificate or working toward
* Highly effective communication and relationship building skills
* YMCA approved CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of employment or first available training date
* Computer literate
* Self-motivated
* Ability to respond calmly to safety and emergency situations
* Ability to relate to and engage with health seekers
* Attend and participate in staff meetings, complete required child abuse prevention and other trainings as required Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Wellness Resources
• Training & Development
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

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