Movement for Memory Instructor - YMCA Association

The Y is committed to strengthening communities. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to have the Y experience. We strengthen the foundations of community by developing successful youth, engaging people in healthy living, and instilling a commitment to social responsibility.

The Movement to Memory Instructor is responsible for creating a safe, friendly, and helpful atmosphere for members participating in a disease prevention program.

Responsibilities:

• Develop intentional relationships and, using the Y voice attributes, create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants that helps them meet the two Cause Measurement goals for adults.
• Use the class platform to educate and inform participants about the Y Cause and other Y program offerings.
• Conduct class in a quality, fun, and safe manner that results in increased attendance.
• Follow fitness trends and utilize prescribed formats when applicable.
• Actively identify participants who need additional support, such as new members, health seekers, and participants with diverse abilities.
• Monitor and ensure the safety of all participants.
• Provide excellent delivery of disease prevention program to all members.
• Monitor and ensure safety of participants, staff and volunteers in the disease prevention program.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Current Training Certification specific to class(es) being taught and either a Group Exercise or Personal Trainer certification as required of specific program.
• Experience teaching Group Exercise or Personal Trainer (one Year minimum preferred).
• Must possess emotional maturity skills to deliver empathy to a diverse population.
• Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
• Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
• Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

Required Certifications:

• CPR/AED.
• Prerequisite of hire - 14-day compliance period.
• HIPAA training required in the first 10 days of employment.
• Cannot be on Medicare Exclusion List.
• Base Certification Required: Group Exercise National Certification (ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NETA or Foundations of Group Exercise at Y OR Personal Trainer Certification).
• And Specific Program Certification: Delay the Disease National Certification.

Schedule: This is a part-time position averaging 3 hours weekly. You will be teaching the 1-hour Movement to Memory program twice a week (Tuesday/Thursday, 10:30am-11:30am). Must commit to arriving 15 minutes prior to the start of class and stay after up to 15 minutes after class. All required training must be completed, and you must be fully proficient in working with this population. Cost of trainings will be covered by the Treasure Valley Family YMCA.

Welcoming and Inclusion: At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people-regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

How To Apply: External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact jobs@ymcatvidaho.org. All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and an updated resume and cover letter is recommended.