Healthy Living Director

YMCA
Salary
$42,513.00
$53,141.00
How to Apply
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Lead wellness initiatives and make a community impact—apply now to be the Healthy Living Director at the YMCA of Greater Kansas City!
Job Description

The Healthy Living Director will provide premiere membership service and retention programs by planning, budgeting, promoting and implementing all wellness and financial development programs to ensure growth and development of the YMCA of Greater Kansas City.  The Bonner Springs Family YMCA serves the greater Bonner Springs area with a modern fitness facility and programs focused on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Cardio and strength training, two indoor pools, a walking track and Kids Zone are just a few of the amenities offered to members. In a unique partnership, the Y adjoins Bonner Springs High School to provide additional program opportunities.

Benefits Include

  • Competitive Benefits Package
  • Free YMCA Membership
  • Leadership Development Opportunities and Professional Development
  • Flexible Schedule
Qualifications
  • Must have a minimum of two years’ experience in this or a related field.
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or the equivalent combination of education and experience in a health and wellness field.
  • Current CPR (child and adult), AED, Oxygen, and First Aid
  • YMCA Group Exercise Instructor
  • ACE or AFAA Group Exercise Instructor certification and/or a personal training certification that is accredited through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.
  • Must be able to relate to people on all levels in a friendly and consistent manner.
  • Must be able to reflect a positive attitude.
  • Must be able to manage and monitor department budget.
  • Minimum of two years supervisor experience and ability to direct a team.
  • Ability to make independent and sound decisions in a fast paced environment.
  • Articulate with high skills in written communication.
Essential Functions
  • Design and maintain a diverse schedule of activities, classes and programs for members of all abilities and wellness levels.
  • Prepare and evaluate monthly reports.
  • Interview, hire, schedule, discipline, and supervise qualified staff.
  • Evaluate staff on a regular basis.
  • Maintain accurate and complete personnel files including staff certifications.
  • Conduct department staff meetings on a regular basis.
  • Prepare annual and monthly budget.
  • Keep knowledgeable in the areas of exercise science, nutrition, CPR, first aid, choreography, exercise trends, etc. through required Y and national continuing education units.
  • Attend community functions and events to promote the Y, its mission and programs.
  • Maintain a safe and clean, well-organized wellness area, aerobics studio, office and service areas.
  • Be part of a team to develop and drive corporate wellness
  • Develop retention and sales initiatives.
  • Ensure follow-up of tours that directly relate to health and wellness and provide training to center and association staff on regular basis.
  • Participate with association health and wellness team.
  • May participate in the YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s Annual Mission Campaign.