Hf Programs Specialist Ic - Toronto, Canada - YMCA of Greater Toronto

YMCA of Greater Toronto

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Salary Rate:
$42,000 - Check out the YMCA's total compensation package

Location:
West End YMCA

Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Employment Type:
Regular Full Time Salaried

Number of Vacancies: 1

Anticipated Start Date:
September 8, 2023

Deadline to Apply:
August 25, 2023

Be the Spark Join our dynamic team, where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work

Reporting to the Health and Fitness Program Manager, the Programs Specialist (Individual Conditioning) provides direct leadership in our initiatives to provide a superior experience to our members.

Implementing our Member Insight Strategy and using our Membership Involvement Model, the Programs Specialist identifies initiatives to increase Membership on Roll, Retention, Satisfaction, and Philanthropic contributions in the membership plus areas, and assists with a specific project or portion of the department functions.

In this role, you will:

Conduct Fitness and Lifestyle Appraisals, prescribe exercise routines and follow up to assist members to achieve their personal fitness goals
Organize and administer a case management system, providing individual attention to members.
Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate processes and systems impacting the experience of members in the conditioning room and surrounding areas
Recruit, coach and develop a team of individuals that will provide superior service and will build relationships with members in the conditioning room and surrounding areas
Build relationships with members and seeks opportunities to share the YMCA story. Educates members and guests on the YMCA as a Charity
Assist the Director in development and management of departmental budgets and achieves all performance indicators and standards including those related to MOR, retention and YMCA Priority Sam standards
Deliver Basic Theory and Individual Conditioning Components plus assists in apprenticeship of YMCA Fitness Leadership Program
Provide leadership and support as a member of the Centres' senior staff team. Acts as an effective Service Leader and Acting General Manager as required
Participate in task groups, special assignments and opportunities that further the Association mission, vision and strategic initiatives including the Core Service Functional Group
Perform other duties as assigned

What you need to succeed:

Commitment to the YMCA's Mission, Vision and Values
Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

You bring:

Diploma or Degree in Recreation Leadership, Kinesiology, Physical Education or related field preferred
Previous experience in development and implementation of new programs an asset
Demonstrated strong leadership skills developed through progressively responsible experience in a supervisory role in group fitness programs; ability to encourage, motivate staff and volunteers, acknowledge and appreciate contributions
Personal Trainer Certification (i.e. CPTN, ACE, etc.)
Certified Fitness Consultant (CFC) an asset
Current Standard First Aid/CPR required
Proficiency with computer software including Excel, Outlook, etc
Flexibility regarding assigned hours of work, including days, evenings and weekend
Well developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers; excellent written communication skills
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.

We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work.

We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

See what you can expect from the YMCA here.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors.

Learn more in our strategic plan, _Ignite the Light_,_ which outlines how we are focused on boosting well-being and promoting equity across the Greater Toronto Area.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

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