Healthy Living Director

YMCA
Salary
$43,888.00
How to Apply
Apply Online
The YMCA of Rock River Valley is seeking a cause-driven leader to serve as the Healthy Living Director.
Job Description

The Healthy Living Director provides leadership for healthy living programs and staff. The Director promotes services and programs to members and the community at large to meet established budget, revenue, and strategic plan goals. The Director leads healthy living operations and services ensuring quality programming, meeting branch and community needs.

Qualifications

·       Degree in Health, Science and Recreation or related field preferred.

·       Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in Healthy Living programming.

·       Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred.

·       Proven experience with budget management and finances.

·       Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and develop a team.

·       Ability to work in highly flexible and rapidly changing work environment.

·       Ability to be strategic with Healthy Living programming and stay current with health and wellness trends.

·       Group fitness instruction experience preferred.

·       Effective written communication skills. Ability to communicate verbally to individuals and groups.

·       Strong problem-solving, project management and organization skills.

·       Proficient with office technology and software.

·       CPR, AED and First Aid Certifications required within 90 days.

·       Praesidium Academy trainings.

·       Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations.

·       Proven track record of developing authentic and deepened relationships with others.

Essential Functions

1.     Provides leadership and direction for a variety of healthy living programs/services, including group exercise, wellness promotion, risk reduction and supporting those with chronic disease.

2.     Promotes, supports, directs and educates staff, members and community participants on the benefits of participation in key healthy living programs to maximize the health and well-being of the community.

3.     Improves revenue potential and increases member retention through strategic programming.

4.     Prepares and manages Healthy Living program budgets to assure revenue and program service goals are achieved.

5.     Recruits, hires, onboards, trains, develops, schedules, and supervises Healthy Living staff.

6.     Ensures a high level of expertise in healthy lifestyle modules, equipment, and customer service initiatives to enhance the member, guest and program participant experience and satisfaction.

7.     Serves as a member of the Healthy Living Cabinet.

8.     Serves as a member of the association leadership team, including participating in meetings and association initiatives.

9.     Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events, as available.

10.  Reports damaged equipment or safety hazards promptly.

11.  Participate in Manager on Duty schedule as assigned.

12.  Ensures a strong focus on service standards, character development and diversity, equity and inclusion.

13.  Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Rock River Valley.

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

Innovation
Inclusion

Program & Project Management

Developing Self & Others

Required Certifications

·       Degree in Health, Science and Recreation or related field preferred.

·       Group fitness instruction experience preferred.

·       CPR, AED and First Aid Certifications required within 90 days.