Job Description

The YMCA of Snohomish County provides jobs and careers with a cause. Every day, the Y makes a lasting impression in our communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Our unique work environment constantly changes to adapt to the needs of our communities. We are a non-profit, in the people business. This means that we help members meet a fitness or ability goal, see that children thrive in our child care programs, encourage family togetherness, and give youth an opportunity to learn life skills through water safety, sports, and teen programming. Our Commitment to Inclusion: The Y is made up of people of all ages and from every walk of life, working side by side to strengthen communities. Together we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation, has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect and responsibility--they guide everything we do. We look forward to having you on our YMCA team! *The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates diversity at all levels of our organization! Position Summary: Provide quality service to our diverse members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies, practices and procedures. Educate and enforce proper strength training principles and weight room guidelines to members. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Conduct energizing, fun, culturally sensitive, and educational orientation for participants Current knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members Keep accurate attendance records Follow YMCA policies, practices and procedures; respond to emergency situations Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Minimum age 18 Basic understanding of anatomy Ability to teach safe and proper strength training techniques Experience working with individuals, families and communities of diverse backgrounds and abilities Fluency in second language desired Y Culture: Build relationships with a diverse membership base in culturally responsive ways, connect members with one another and to the YMCA Exhibit Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility Complete required training and certifications within established guidelines Arrive on time ready for shift, clock in/out within timekeeping system Embrace Leader Core Competencies: Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them Supports fundraising Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinion, and perceptions Builds rapport and relates well to others Seeks first to understand the other person's point of view and remains calm in challenging situations Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively Takes initiative to assist in developing others Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-the-date knowledge and skills in technology

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