Learning Development Trainer Jobs in Troy, PA (NOW HIRING)

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Instructs individual member clients, provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

1. Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational training sessions.
2. Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
3. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
4. Keeps accurate member client attendance records.
5. Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

1. Required certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED, national personal training certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM, ACSM, NSCA).
2. Certification in areas of expertise.
3. YMCA New Employee Orientation and Child Abuse Prevention Training within 30 days of hire.
4. At least one year of experience as a personal trainer preferred.
5. Continuing educations/renewals of certifications kept up to date and submitted to the supervisor on or before certifications expire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to conduct personal training sessions and activities relating to fitness.
2. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

DECLARATIONS:

1. This job description is not all-inclusive and the Personal Trainer will also perform other reasonably related duties assigned by immediate supervisor and other management personnel.
2. The Association reserves the right to review or change the job responsibilities of this position to meet the needs of the Association as those needs continue to change.
3. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment

Employee Acknowledgement

1. I acknowledge I have read and understand the job description for Personal Trainer.
2. I understand that it is my responsibility to comply with this job description.
3. I understand that I should consult my supervisor regarding any questions I may have in reference to this job description.
4. I understand that this job description may be revised at any time without prior notice. All changes will be communicated to me and a new job description will be available for my review and signature.
5. A copy of this signed acknowledgement will be included in my personnel file.