Bloomington Normal Ymca

Description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Wellness Attendant at the Bloomington-Normal YMCA serves others by intentionally welcoming, connecting, and supporting them as they grow in their journey of healthy living. 

YMCA Mission and Core Values:

The mission of the YMCA is to put Christian principles into practice through programs, services, and relationships that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.  The Core Values of the YMCA are Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.  At the Bloomington-Normal YMCA we are a team of employees dedicated to advancing the mission and values of the YMCA through service and support of all members in our unique community. 

Our Culture:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.  We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. 

Required YMCA Competencies:

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. 

Relationships:  Builds authentic relationships in the service of enhancing individual and team performance to support the Y's work.

Communication: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a manner that reflects a true understanding of the needs of the audience.

Requirements

• Create a safe environment in which all individuals feel welcomed and respected.
• Build relationships with and among members and program participants.
• Shares Wellness program information with members, using available tools and resources.
• Assist members with proper equipment use.
• Advises members on proper technique in an effort to minimize personal injury.
• Discuss and recruit members for group and individual Personal Training.
• Identify and celebrate the successes of members and program participants.
• Maintain working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Maintain and clean equipment according to the schedule or as requested by supervisor.
• Reports any malfunctioning equipment for repair.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred with background in exercise science, kinesiology, or related field.
• CPR, First Aid, BBP, and AED certifications (YMCA provided within 30 days of hire date).
• DCFS Mandated Reporter Training certification (obtained within 30 days of hire date).
• Ability to and at least one year of experience developing positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION AND REQUIRED TRAININGS & CERTIFICATIONS

The Bloomington-Normal YMCA adheres to the strictest regulations pertaining to Child Abuse Prevention and requires all staff and volunteers to complete Child Abuse Prevention Training at time of hire and on an annual basis. Other required trainings and certifications, provided by the YMCA during on-boarding or within the first 60 days of employment, include: Illinois Mandated Reporter Certification, Illinois Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Training, CPR/AED/First Aid certification, and OSHA training including Bloodborne Pathogens.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER  The Bloomington-Normal YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 

For a full listing of employee benefits, please visit: www.bnymca.org/workatthey