Chronic Disease Prevention Program Instructor - West Boise YMCA

Our West Boise YMCA is seeking a Chronic Disease Prevention Program Instructor to join the team!  This position is responsible for creating a safe, friendly, and helpful atmosphere for members participating in a disease prevention program.

Serving over 20,000 active youth, adult, and family members, the West Branch of the Treasure Valley Family YMCA helps members lead a healthier, happier life.  Facility amenities and features include six fitness studios, three racquetball courts, full-court basketball gym, youth activity center, climbing wall, 50-meter swimming pool, and training pool.

Schedule:

This is a part-time position at approximately 2 hours weekly.  Schedule requirement is Monday/Friday, 10:35am-11:15am.  Pay: $22.40 - $28.00 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Develop intentional relationships and create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Use the class platform to educate and inform participants about the Y Cause and other Y program offerings.
• Conduct class in a quality, fun, and safe manner that results in increased attendance. Follow fitness trends and utilize prescribed formats when applicable.
• Actively identify participants who need additional support, such as new members, health seekers, and participants with diverse abilities.
• Monitor and ensure the safety of all participants.
• Provide excellent delivery of disease prevention program to all members.
• Engage members to deepen their relationships in the Y cause.
• Monitor and ensure safety of participants, staff and volunteers in the disease prevention program.

Qualifications:

• Current Training Certification specific to class(es) being taught and either a Group Exercise or Personal Trainer certification as required of specific program.
• Experience teaching Group Exercise or Personal Trainer (one Year minimum preferred).
• Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
• Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
• Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

REQUIRED LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• CPR/AED. Prerequisite of hire – 14-day compliance period.
• HIPAA training required in the first 10 days of employment.
• Cannot be on Medicare Exclusion List.
• Specific Program Certifications - discuss with Hiring Manager for details.

Welcoming and Inclusion:

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people–regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

How to Apply:

External candidates must complete an online application.  If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact [email protected]. All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.