Job Type Part-timeDescriptionAre you passionate about health and wellness? Do you have personal experience with surviving cancer diagnosis or with friends and/or family that do? If so, please consider applying and joining our Wellness Team at the Boroughs Family Branch YMCA! The LIVESTRONG Instructor is a relationship builder, and passionate about connecting participants in the Livestrong program to YMCA fitness classes geared towards cancer survivors in a safe, enjoyable and positive environment. Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- CPR, First Aid, AED certified and hold national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instructor or YMCA Foundations of group Exercise certification (or equivalent).
- Able to gain the fundamentals of Listen First E-Learning (or equivalent) prior to LIVESTRONG training
- Able to complete LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Instructor training prior to first class
- Able to complete Lymphedema Webinar within 14 days of LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Instructor training
- Proficient computer skills to help engage cancer survivors with E-Learning prior to LIVESTRONG training
- At least one year of experience teaching one year of group wellness classes preferred
Job Responsibilities:
- Leads energizing and safe small group wellness and exercise classes while addressing the whole person's well-being, including spirit, mind, and body.
- Assist in assessing program participants and implementing exercise programs from assessment results. Determine any modifications or adaptions needed for exercise or equipment used.
- Orients participants on equipment, correct exercise technique, and safety considerations, and how to to complete an exercise log sheet.
- Answer any questions from participants to support them in achieving their wellness goals.
- Positively models the YMCA's core values, mission statement and relationship building skills in all interactions.
- Attends staff trainings and/or events and maintains necessary certifications relevant to the position
- Perform all other duties assigned by the LIVESTRONG Coordinator
Schedule: Varies; mornings, evenings, weekends-let us know your availability! Job Type: Part-Time HourlyPay: $21.00 per hour. Plus, access to YMCA facilities (gym, pool ect.) for all YMCA employees, Employee Assistance Program, and Sick Leave. If this sounds like something you are qualified to do and want to apply, please submit your online application!About Us:The Y: We're for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The YMCA of Central Massachusetts provides an environment that reflects, respects, and celebrates our differences and the richness of diversity, resulting in strengthening the foundation of community through our pillars of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The YMCA of Central Massachusetts is made up of our 6 branches throughout Worcester County: Central Community Branch (Worcester, MA), Greendale Family Branch (Worcester, MA), Boroughs Family Branch (Westborough, MA), Montachusett Community Branch (Fitchburg, MA), Leominster Community Branch (Leominster, MA), and Tri Community Branch (Southbridge, MA).Salary Description $22.00 per hour