Hendricks Regional Health YMCA - Small Group Training - Personal Training
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Hendricks Regional Health YMCA - Small Group Training - Personal TrainingHendricks Regional Health Center - 301 Satori Pkwy Avon, IN 46123Req #2706Monday, August 19, 2024Personal Training is a comprehensive one-on-one educational fitness program. The purpose of this program is to assist the individual in setting realistic goals and to encourage lifelong adherence to a safe and effective exercise program. It is the goal of the personal trainer to educate the member on the basics of proper execution of both cardiovascular and resistance training machines and to produce independent exercisers due in part to your instruction, guidance and motivational techniques. Safety, exercise selection, and meeting individual needs are all part of the education process. The primary aspects in personal training include: a thorough review of the client's personal health history, fitness evaluation and consultation, and proper program design.KNOW HOWRequired: Must be at least 18 years of age.Required: Must meet requirements of current National Organization for Competency Assurance (NOCA) certified personal training certification.Preferred: A degree in physical education, exercise science or other health-related field.Preferred: Professional experience in personal training.Excellent communication and organizational skills.Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding personal information on children, family and YMCA staff.Current certifications in CPR, First Aid, Safety & Risk Management, Child Abuse Prevention and New Employee Orientation or the ability to obtain within 60-90 days of employment.Administrative skills including the ability to maintain required program and department documentation and records.PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIESMay work a minimum of 1 wellness department shift per week as deemed by the wellness center.Conducts self in accordance with the YMCA mission and Code of Conduct.Be knowledgeable of and support YMCA Personal Training Guidelines and Protocols.Arrive at least 5 minutes before scheduled appointments, prepared and dressed in uniform, including nametag.Schedule a meeting place for you and each client, especially if he/she is a new member to the YMCA.Review health history forms for each client prior to evaluation or first training session.Perform fitness evaluations, goal setting sessions, program design and proper training technique with all clients.Keep accurate records of all sessions.Make appropriate personnel contact (director, physician, physical therapists) if warranted.Exhibit good communication and listening skills.Encourage follow-up evaluations to track and monitor progress.Continue to sharpen and upgrade skills and knowledge in the field of personal training.Be available to accept new clients on an as-needed basis.Accurately record and turn in signed time sheets with receipts attached.Continuously review emergency procedures and protocol.Never miss an appointment without notifying the client and rescheduling.Provide safe programs and environment for all participants, volunteers and staff.Actively participate in the annual campaign.Attend all staff meetings and training associated with the Personal Training Program.Assist with other projects or activities as needed.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to stand for extended periods of time.Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and transport equipment if needed.Visually inspect the strength and cardio-respiratory areas for equipment in need of repair and report problems to the Wellness Director.Demonstrate exercises and proper use of equipment as needed in the Wellness Department.Assist in cleaning and maintaining the equipment.Interpret association goals, objectives and policies to the community and membership.Maintain Continuing Education Credits and other requirements to keep all certifications current.Ability to visibly observe participants.Ability to concentrate even when distracted by noise and activity.Ability to communicate effectively with participants, staff and volunteers.Ability to reason, solve problems and make independent judgment and decisions.Ability to observe and promote safety and security procedures.Ability to physically and mentally respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.#J-18808-Ljbffr