Wellness Coach
Association Services Office
Dayton, OH
Part-Time/Non-Exempt
$16.00-19.20/Hour
This position is for the Advance Program. The program could be at the following branches: Downtown, Xenia, Kleptz, South, or West Carrollton. The program is typically in the early morning or late afternoon such as 6-7am or 5:30-6:30pm.
Position Summary:
Assists with programming offered through YMCA Healthy Living Department initiatives. Provides an encouraging, motivating, and positive environment for employees onsite through corporate wellness programs and through programs offered to members.
At the YMCA, We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Essential Functions:
- Facilitates YMCA programs at branches as well as onsite with employers.
- Works one-on-one and in group settings with individuals to coach them to make positive lifestyle behavior changes in the areas of nutrition, weight management, physical fitness, stress management, work life balance, tobacco use, and other health issues.
- Works collaboratively with corporate partners, including the HR or wellness departments, as a representative of the YMCA to discuss, distribute, and implement programs to improve employee health.
- Works collaboratively with YMCA staff to provide programs to members and the community at YMCA branches.
- Maintains files and documentation to ensure proper treatment and understanding of those utilizing the wellness coaching services.
- Partners with individuals to create and adapt wellness objectives in order to overcome barriers to good physical and mental health.
- Gives presentations to small and large groups in person or virtually.
- Researches presentation topics and creates presentations in YMCA format.
- Finds new ways to inspire healthier habits.
- Facilitates commitment and retention of participants.
- Attends health screening events to provide wellness coaching and logistical support.
- Creates a motivating environment that is friendly and non-competitive.
- Fosters relationships with and between individuals participating in programs and coaching.
- Records and enters data when applicable for individuals and analyzes data when needed.
- Supports and encourages goal setting on a weekly basis.
- Arrives for job on time and is appropriately dressed.
- Is courteous and gives sincere attention to participants by answering questions and providing positive and regular feedback.
- Maintains confidentiality of participant information and exercises discretion when dealing with sensitive information.
- Maintains a clean and sanitary environment and meets all state and local licensing requirements.
- Participates in Healthy Living department meetings and works with department staff on wellness initiatives.
- Actively attends community events when needed.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Two-year Associate's degree in related field required – Education, Wellness, Fitness, Health/Physical Education. Four-year degree preferred.
- Obtain nationally recognized wellness coaching certification (such as Dr. Sears Wellness Institute or certification equivalent) within first six months of employment.
- CPR/AED, First Aid and Oxygen within 60 days of hire and kept current.
- HIPAA Privacy and Security Certification completed with 30 days of employment.
- Knowledge of basic health, nutrition, fitness, and understanding of behavior change required.
- Computer skills needed, particularly with Microsoft Office and email applications. Ability to learn other online wellness platform applications.
- Proven track record building strong relationships with individuals, fostering engagement and commitment, while building community within a group.
- Building relationships in one-on-one settings with individuals while providing a motivating environment.
