The Healthy Living Director provides leadership for healthy living programs and staff. The Healthy Living Director promotes services and programs to members and the community at large to meet established budget, revenue, and strategic plan goals. The Healthy Living Director leads healthy living operations and services ensuring quality programming, meeting branch and community needs.
· Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Public Health, Health Promotion, Recreation Management, or a related field preferred.
· Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in Healthy Living programming.
· Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred.
· Nationally recognized personal training certification (ACE, NETA, ACSM, NASM, ISSA, NSCA, Foundations of Strength & Conditioning at the Y (Offered by ACE) V2.0).
· Group Exercise Certification or previous experience preferred – certification required within 90 days.
· Proven experience with budget management and finances.
· Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and develop a team.
· Ability to work in highly flexible and rapidly changing work environment.
· Ability to be strategic with Healthy Living programming and stay current with health-and-wellness trends.
· Effective written communication skills. Ability to communicate verbally to individuals and groups.
· Strong problem solving, project management and organization skills.
· Proficient with office technology and software.
· CPR, AED and First Aid Certifications required within 90 days.
· Praesidium Academy trainings.
· Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations.
· Proven track record of developing authentic and deepened relationships with others.
1. Teaches and demonstrates the Y’s values of honesty, respect, responsibility, caring and faith.
2. Provides leadership and direction for a variety of healthy living programs/services, including group exercise, wellness promotion, risk reduction and supporting those with chronic disease.
3. Promotes, supports, directs and educates staff, members and community participants on the benefits of participation in key healthy living programs to maximize the health and well-being of the community.
4. Leads wellness-focused events and programs that support healthy living goals for individuals and the community.
5. Improves revenue potential and increases member retention through strategic programming.
6. Prepares, submits, and manages departmental budgets, reports, payroll, operating plans, and other assignments within the designated time frame and with accuracy and attention to detail.
7. Trains, develops, schedules and directs Healthy Living staff. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Cultivates strategies to motivate staff and increase staff retention.
8. Be visible and approachable to YMCA members and staff. Identifies and takes ownership of solving problems in a professional manner. Always conveys a positive attitude when interacting with members, guests and staff.
9. Serves as a frontline instructor for shift coverage as needed including group exercise, EGYM and equipment orientations, and conduct InBody Assessments.
10. Ensures a high level of expertise in healthy lifestyle modules, equipment, and customer service initiatives to enhance the member, guest and program participant experience and satisfaction.
11. Collaborates with the Marketing department to effectively market and promote all Healthy Living programming opportunities including 815 On Demand and additional social media avenues.
12. Serves as a member of the Healthy Living Cabinet.
13. Serves as a member of the association leadership team, including participating in meetings and association initiatives.
14. Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events, as available.
15. Reports damaged equipment or safety hazards promptly.
16. Participate in Manager on Duty schedule as assigned.
17. Ensures a strong focus on service standards, character development and diversity, equity and inclusion.
18. Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Rock River Valley.
Innovation
Fiscal Management
Program & Project Management
Developing Self & Others
· Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Public Health, Health Promotion, Recreation Management, or a related field preferred.
· Nationally recognized personal training certification (ACE, NETA, ACSM, NASM, ISSA, NSCA, Foundations of Strength & Conditioning at the Y (Offered by ACE) V2.0).
· Group Exercise Certification or previous experience preferred – certification required within 90 days.
· CPR, AED and First Aid Certifications required within 90 days.