Prerequisites:
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High School Student
,High School Graduate or equivalent
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Trained in First Aid,
AED & CPR (Training provided on site)
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Basic knowledge on use
of the fitness equipment
General Responsibilities:
Perform light maintenance on the
fitness floor as per the Wellness Director. Assure that all
fitness areas are organized and well supplied.
This position requires you to have
basic knowledge of exercise machines and be able to give fitness
orientations and assessments to all members.
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Perform assigned
maintenance duties to keep all pieces of equipment clean and
working.
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Assure that all
fitness areas are organized and prepared for members’ use.
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Any questions or
problems that arise should be reported directly to your
supervisor.
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Be attentive to
members and their needs.
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Follow as staff all
rules and guidelines for members in the activity areas. Set the
example.
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Read, know, follow and
enforce emergency procedures, YMCA policies, rules, and health
codes applicable to the facility.
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Perform daily supply
checks and inform the Wellness Director when supplies are
running low.
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Be responsible for all
scheduled hours and if necessary, follow the appropriate
substitution procedures.
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Keep accurate record
keeping as mandated by the Physical Director.
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Implement Character
Development in all phases of work.
CORE COMPETENCIES
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Supports the Mission, Vision and Direction of
the YMCA:
Understands and supports the mission of the YMCA; displays
the YMCA values; displays flexibility and accepts change; is
willing to try new methods and make suggestions; shows a
strong commitment to the YMCA; conveys enthusiasm for the
YMCA and his/her work.
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Builds Community:
Understands and embraces the role of volunteers; helps
members and participants make connections to others and to
the YMCA; practices effective relationship-building
techniques; understands the role of fund-raising in
achieving the YMCA mission.
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Provides a Quality Experience for Members,
Participants, Internal Customers and Others:
Possesses the ability to deliver outstanding experiences for
members, participants, internal customers and others; builds
warm and supportive relationships; consistently greets and
assists everyone in a positive way; strives to provide
service that will exceed expectations; responds to concerns
and complaints in a way that makes each person feel valued;
initiates action for prompt resolution; looks for better
ways to serve and involve members, participants, internal
customers and others.
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Works Productively:
Demonstrates responsible actions;
consistently performs duties in a safe and conscientious
manner within the agreed upon timeframe; follows standards,
policies, and procedures; is reliable and consistently
punctual; actively participates in staff meetings, required
trainings, and other work related activities; uses good
judgment; uses YMCA resources appropriately and efficiently.
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Uses Effective Personal
Behaviors/Communicates Effectively:
Treats everyone with courtesy, respect and
consideration; displays integrity; listens actively and
genuinely; communicates in a clear and pleasant manner;
embraces differences among people; demonstrates an active
willingness to learn and grow; accepts constructive
criticism; works cooperatively as a team member.
Staff Training:
1. Attend
and participate in staff meetings, in-service trainings and
other YMCA certification trainings.
Supervision:
1. Supervision
of the equipment including recognition of improper use and abuse
of machines. Also
be able to demonstrate the
quality of all machines.
Effect on End Results:
Provide a safe and positive
experience for all members in the fitness areas. Interact
with the members and give offer them the experience that
makes them want to come back again and again. Spend time
directly with the members asking if they need any assistance
or guidance on the equipment. Initiate the repair when the
piece of equipment is down including placing a sign on the
machine saying when it will be fixed and also informing the
Program Director, the Aerobics/Fitness Team Leader and the
Maintenance Director.
Assure that all fitness areas
are organized and prepared for members’ use.
