at YMCA of Metro Chicago in Lake Zurich, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
The Foglia YMCA is hiring for a part time Fitness Attendant to join the YMCA team. This integral position on the Fitness Team could be your first step to a building a career in fitness, or the next step in your fitness journey.
Salary- $20.00 per hour, looking for help on Saturdays
As a Fitness Attendant - You will:
Develop, motivate and maintain professional relationships with members by providing personal attention to all members and guests using a proactive approach
Be an active marketing resource by discussing and promoting the YMCA fitness programs with our members
Provide basic assistance and guidance to users of the fitness equipment when needed, as you acknowledge all members throughout the facilities
Ensure a safe environment through constant circulation of the fitness and gymnasium facilities and promptly responding to safety and emergency situations
Support the YMCA's mission and center operations
To be Qualified you must have:
A high school diploma or GED
The ability to Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs. and push >50 lbs.
A passion for and obtain general knowledge of preventative health and fitness programs and philosophy
Current American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid certifications or must obtain within thirty days of employment
Child Abuse Prevention - Support the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:
Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required
Qualifications
Behaviors
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Growth Opportunities - Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
Goal Completion - Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Employment is subject to a background check.
