Location: John W. Lindsay YMCA
Program: Health, Fitness, and Recreation
Position Status: Part Time
Compensation: $16.75/hr
About Us
There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us
to shine. Every charity exists to help solve a problem – our charity exists to
help solve many problems, from childcare shortages, social isolation, mental
health issues, access to wellness, and more.
Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations
in HRM and throughout the province, meeting the most urgent needs of our
communities. Our work includes mental health supports, accessible childcare,
supporting an increasing immigrant population, creating safe spaces for youth
to grow and lead, helping people navigate a precarious labour market,
delivering wellness programming for all, and building community for isolated
older adults.
We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe space to
discover their inner strength. When individuals know someone is in their
corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can do more than they
thought possible. It is your support, expertise, and guidance that helps people
ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant and
healthy communities. With us at their side, they can Shine On.
Total Compensation
As part of your total compensation, you will receive:
- Complimentary
YMCA individual membership to our Health & Fitness facilities
- Staff
discounts on select YMCA certifications and member rates for registered
programs
- Access
to Y at Home, where you can participate in fitness programs
from your own home
- Vacation
entitlement calculated by length of service
- Opportunity
to take advantage of the YMCA referral incentive
- Access
to Y Canada’s Learning Management System, offering training in health and
wellbeing, program delivery, and safeguarding
About the Role
We are growing, and demand for our weight room and cardio
centre is high. To support our members, we are expanding our front-line team to
supervise the fitness centre and assist individuals in achieving their fitness
goals.
Reporting to the Personal Fitness Coordinator, this role
focuses on relationship building at both the individual and community level. As
a Wellness Coach, you play a vital role in providing direct support to members
within our fitness facility.
Wellness Coaches act as YMCA Ambassadors by delivering
outstanding customer service, maintaining clean, organized, and safe fitness
spaces, and serving as a motivating presence to help members progress toward
their goals.
This position also supports the Health, Fitness, and
Recreation department by providing tours, orientations, teaching fitness
classes (if certified), assisting with program setup and takedown, and
supporting YThrive programming (if certified).
Key Responsibilities
- Provide
tours and orientations for members interested in the weight room and
cardio centre, including instruction on safe equipment use and answering
questions within scope
- Deliver
weekly Youth Orientations as required
- Understand
and promote YMCA programming that best meets members’ needs to enhance
their health and wellbeing
- Establish
strong, supportive relationships with members, visitors, staff, and
volunteers
- Supervise
the weight room floor and provide coaching, corrective feedback, and
support as needed
- Ensure
all participants follow YMCA etiquette and age-related policies
- Maintain
clean and tidy spaces throughout the facility
- Ensure
equipment and facilities are in good repair and report issues promptly
- Uphold
YMCA policies, procedures, and safe working protocols, including accurate
report completion
- Deliver
strong customer service by greeting members within 5 feet and
acknowledging within 10 feet
- Proactively
assist members who require support
- Identify
opportunities to maximize member engagement and satisfaction
- Lead
YThrive intakes and sessions (if certified), maintaining accurate records
- Ensure
effective communication, including timely responses to inquiries and
collaboration across departments
- Support
promotions, events, and overall program delivery
Education and Skills Qualifications
Required:
- Current
Intermediate Workplace First Aid and CPR Level C certification
- Strong
interest in health, fitness, and supporting others
- Demonstrated
ability to build relationships and provide excellent customer service
- Strong
organizational and time management skills with initiative
- Willingness
to learn and obtain YMCA program certifications
- Excellent
verbal and written communication skills
- Self-motivated
with strong attention to detail
- Intermediate
proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Availability
to work early mornings (5:30am–8:30am), evenings (after 4:30pm), and
weekends
Preferred (Assets):
- 1–2
years of experience in the fitness industry or movement instruction
- Kinesiology
degree or related education
- Personal
Training certification (YMCA, Nova Scotia Fitness Association, canfitpro,
CSEP, or equivalent)
- Bilingual
or multilingual abilities
Application Information
Apply online at: https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/
Deadline: March 25, 2025
All successful candidates (18+) are required to provide:
- Criminal
Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
- Child
Abuse Register Check
- Valid
Intermediate First Aid and CPR-C certification
Please note that background checks are reviewed on an
individual basis and may not eliminate candidates from employment.
Equity and Inclusion
At the YMCA, we are committed to fostering a diverse,
inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued,
respected, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds,
including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals,
gender-diverse people, persons with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities
and faith groups, newcomers, and veterans.
Accommodation is available throughout the hiring process
upon request.
