at YMCA of Metro Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
Inspiring Change with the Power of Play! Leverage your passion for fitness - Rauner YMCA is now hiring Personal Trainers.
In addition to joining our mission and making a difference in your community, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago offers great perks for all part-time employees:
Free YMCA membership
Employee Assistance Program
Earned Sick Leave
Flexible scheduling
We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Personal Trainers to join the YMCA team. This position is great for candidates looking to impact a growing, dynamic organization and their community significantly.
Starting salary is $20.00 per hour and a fitness pay plan
Requirements and Preferred Qualifications:
Must have a High School diploma or equivalent with at least a year of Personal Training experience.
Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
NASM, ACSM, ACE, or AFAA highly recommended at the time of hire.
Must obtain strength training certification and YMCA Principles of Health and Fitness within 90 days of hire.
Working knowledge of preventative health and fitness programs and philosophy.
Ability to motivate and lead members. - Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
Ability to work with varying fitness levels and ages.
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
Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Employment is subject to a background check.