The Director of Health & Wellness supervises a mission critical set of services to engage all members in healthy lifestyles.
Job Description
The Director is responsible for the organization, delivery, supervision, management and quality of YMCA group exercise programs, specialty classes, and personal training.
The Director must have a leadership style that is team-oriented and to continue to pursue further education and growth in exercise science, wellness, staff management and member service. Must also be able to thrive in an environment with the unique challenges of a non-profit, community service organization and have the flexibility to work in a constantly changing environment. Works with limited supervision
They are the direct supervisor to the health and wellness coaches, group exercise instructors, and personal and small group trainers for the membership and community. The Director oversees the quality of the Health & Wellness Center. Inspecting functionality and cleanliness of equipment as well as tracking maintenance. Follows health & wellness trends, purchases equipment and supplies, and will innovate and implement new group exercise classes and programs. The Director connects with members, supports those who struggle to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Demonstrates well-defined administration skills in the areas of scheduling, communication, and personnel management, program planning, budgeting, conflict resolution, record-keeping and facility utilization and facility maintenance including fitness area equipment.

• Schedules, manages, monitors, supports, and maintains regular communication with all H&W staff including coaches, group exercise instructors, and personal trainers all while providing coverage or sub as needed.
• Manages the YMCA fitness schedules and works with marketing to ensure an accurate schedule is online.
• Manages related sound equipment such as microphones, Bluetooth, and other audio/tech accessories.
• Handles the daily supervision of H&W staff to ensure proper training, consistent coverage of programs and excellent member service.
• Works with staff, members and program participants.
• Annual audits of YMCA offerings such as member orientations, health and wellness rules and guidelines, and assists with YMCA healthy living initiatives such as Active teens.
• Verifies and submits payroll for group exercise instructors, H&W coaches, personal and small group trainers, and volunteers as applicable.
• Manages hiring and onboarding of H&W staff with assistance from the CEO as needed.
• Maintains records of staff certifications.
• Conducts annual employee reviews with assistance from the CEO as needed.
• Works with the CEO on developing the annual budget, as well as monthly reporting of and adherence to the department budget.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of member participation in programs and specialty classes and compiles program statistics.
• Stays current on changes and trends in the fitness industry through continuing education to assist in the creation of new classes and increase participation in fitness classes and programs in accordance with strategic plans.
• Oversees and insures the cleanliness, maintenance and safety of the H & W center and fitness facilities and equipment for the benefit of members, participants, staff & volunteers.
• Learns and uses participant names to build relationships and small communities and kindred groups.
• Assists in fund raising activities (annual fundraiser) and special events (Healthy Kids Day) in the department, as well as in the larger organization, including the Annual Support Campaign.
• Completes required child sexual abuse prevention training and comply with legal and ethical obligation as a mandatory reporter of suspected child abuse and cooperate fully with any investigation of such abuse.

hey will lead day to day operations, creating and implementing health and wellness coaching schedules, group exercise schedules, and doing biweekly payroll for staff.
The director will update the Y fitness schedules with up-to-date changes as needed. They will work with the marketing team to ensure that offerings are advertised to members.

The director will assist with special YMCA events or projects such as Healthy Kids Day, Active Teens, and the Annual Support Campaign. They will oversee seasonal special offerings in Health and Wellness initiatives.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Education/Certification
Required - Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; or one or two years relate experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required – Certified group exercise instructor with experience plus education or experience in strength training, general fitness
Preferred – AFAA, ACE or other national accredited personal trainer/group ex certification
Experience
Preferred – Instructor who teaches a variety of classes and formats
Preferred – Working knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology, and safe exercise technique

Essential Functions

• Professional demeanor and ability to work well with the public, staff, community leaders, volunteers, & participants.
• A high degree of tact and discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality is required.
• Must know, interpret and enforce all safety and health regulations.
• Able to respond to emergency situations.
• Effective conflict resolution skills.
• Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work enthusiastically within constantly changing priorities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and handle conflicts in a timely and professional manner.
• Must be able to work varied shifts depending on events and staffing needs.
• Must be able to work within the Y core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to communicate clearly to all children, parents, members and YMCA personnel.

Ability to attend all trainings and meetings as required even if scheduled outside normal working or regularly scheduled hours.

• Present a clean, well-groomed appearance
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency

Ability to walk and stand for periods of time
Frequently must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, or up to 75 pounds with assistance
Frequently requires bending, leaning, kneeling and walking
Required Certifications
The Butte Family YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive space for all, we value all people for their unique talents

• Professional demeanor and ability to work well with the public, staff, community leaders, volunteers, & participants.
• A high degree of tact and discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality is required.
• Must know, interpret and enforce all safety and health regulations.
• Able to respond to emergency situations.
• Effective conflict resolution skills.
• Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work enthusiastically within constantly changing priorities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and handle conflicts in a timely and professional manner.
• Must be able to work varied shifts depending on events and staffing needs.
• Must be able to work within the Y core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to communicate clearly to all children, parents, members and YMCA personnel