Personal Trainer - Jackson Lehman YMCA

**Foster Connections and Empower Others to Live Heather Lives!** As a part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in your community, promoting fitness, well-being, and personal growth. If you're driven by a love for fitness, health, and helping others achieve their best selves, this is the perfect opportunity for you. **Why you’ll love the YMCA** As a part-time staff member, you will receive a free individual membership or 65% off family membership, and 50% discounted programs for you and your household. Other perks our Y employees enjoy: - **Personal Development:** You’ll have many opportunities for free training and certifications, as well as opportunities to advance and potentially find a long-term career. - **Childcare:** While working, up to four hours of Childwatch is offered at membership branches during regular child watch hours, also, enjoy 50% discounted before and after school care and summer day camp options. - **Fulfillment:** Experience a flexible schedule while working for a company that cares about you personally and is actively involved in our community! **Responsibilities** The Jackson Lehman YMCA is seeking an enthusiastic and attentive part-time Personal Trainer to join our team by conducting personal training sessions and fostering relationships with YMCA members while walking them through a safe and effective wellness journey. - **Connect:** Build effective, authentic relationships with members and establish appropriate goals with each participant. - **Serve:** Prepare for each session and provide motivation and encouragement to participants. - **Inspire:** Make responsible judgments with regard to screening client participation prior to beginning exercise program and maintain knowledge of exercise equipment as well as current exercise trends. **Requirements** Candidates must be committed to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne as well as: - Minimum of 18 years of age or older. - Reliable transportation to and from work - May have a four-year degree in Exercise Science, PE, or other health-related fields with the expectation of achieving ACE/YMCA Strength and Conditioning or other National Accredited Certification within the first 30 days of employment. - Must have valid certifications, including NSCA, ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NASM, NETA, and ISSA, or obtain ACE/YMCA Strength and Conditioning certification prior to training clients and be able to maintain certifications and other training requirements for the position as outlined. - Must be able to work in a wellness-oriented atmosphere while maintaining structure and control. - Ability to relate to, welcome and communicate with diverse groups of people regardless of age, race, economic status, religion, or cultural differences. - This role may include working with female-identifying members who prefer a female personal trainer; applicants who can support this need are encouraged to apply. **Salary:** Part-time $19.50- $20.00 hourly **Hours Available:** Early Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings **Location:** Jackson Lehman YMCA, 5680 YMCA Drive West, Fort Wayne, IN 46835