Fitness (Wellness) Director

YMCA
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Be a part of the fastest growing Y Association in the country as Crossroads' new Wellness Director! 
Job Description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Wellness Director is responsible for but not limited to: manages program operation, development and growth, participant satisfaction, member and staff retention and safety, staff supervision, onboarding, training, and coaching. As a Wellness Director at the Y, you lead an environment that is inviting and serves all.

Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in related or equivalent field or certificate (see equivalency chart) is required.
  • Certified CPR/First Aid/AED within designated time of hire.
  • Minimum 2 years related experience required.
  • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Able to work independently and with minimal supervision. Organized and detail-oriented.
  • Adept computer skills in Office 365.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekend, and holidays.
  • Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
Essential Functions
  • Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
  • Establishes new program activities and expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
  • Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed.
  • Reviews and evaluates staff performance.
  • Prepares the annual budget for the Wellness department.
  • Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. Ensures records of staff certifications are current and complete.
  • Conducts and ensures proper maintenance of relative program equipment. Secures and schedules program facilities.
  • Conducts and schedules program classes.
  • Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
  • Develops and monitors program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
  • Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
  • Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Assists with cabinet meetings.
  • Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.