- Promotes the YMCA’s healthy spirit, mind and body philosophy through individualized personal exercise prescriptions.
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Screen and interview potential clients to determine their readiness for exercise and physical activity.
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Perform fitness tests or assessments (as appropriate) on clients to determine their current level of fitness.
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Help clients set realistic goals and provide motivation for adherence to the program.
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Ability to develop and deliver exercise prescriptions to all clientele.
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Demonstrate and instruct specific techniques to clients for the safe and effective performance of various exercise movements by applying the fundamental principles of exercise science.
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Supervise or “spot” (physically assisting clients with an exercise that usually involves free weights or dumbbells to minimize risk of injury) clients when they are performing exercise movements.
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Maintains records of clients’ progress or lack thereof with respect to the exercise prescription
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Motivate individuals to begin and to continue healthy behaviors.
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Performs all other duties as assigned.
The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.
** Level of Qualifications/Certificates can vary and will be assessed upon hire
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High School diploma up to College Degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred
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Minimum 6 months of experience, in the field or classroom, in developing exercise prescriptions/exercise
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programming and instruction.
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Currently personal trainer certified with a NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies) that tests
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both theoretical knowledge and performance
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Complete YMCA courses related to Health & Wellness as assigned
Full Compensation Package (when applicable):
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403(b) Retirement Savings
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Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after completing 1,000 hours of service during any two 12-month period.
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20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
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Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide
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Discounts on YMCA programs
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Discounts on YMCA Childcare
