Exercise Science Intern (Wellness Training)
Position Purpose:
Contribute to Family Wellness operations and processes while obtaining first hand experience that align with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Education, Experience, & Skills (Minimum Requirement):
Must be enrolled or graduated from a program accredited as designated by department and have completed curriculum through the sophomore level. Must have good human relations and communications skills; must be able to follow procedures and instructions given by the leadership staff. Must have strong problem solving, leadership, and analytical skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Products.
Licensure/Certification Requirement:
None.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
- Shadow all trainers on staff that have been designated
- Observe and lead circuit class
- Observe and assist trainers leading group programs
- Shadow and participate in Parkinson’s
- Help to keep the fitness facility clean, safe and organized
- Observe a trainer leading an orientation, consultation, goals assessment
- Lead Family Wellness staff through personal training sessions to gain experience on leading exercise, exercise modifications and program design
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Customer Service
- Interacts with customers in a warm and friendly way.
- Takes immediate action to meet customer requests or needs.
- Listens to understand what customers have to say.
Safety
- Recognizes safety hazards and takes corrective action; seeking assistance when needed.
- Demonstrates knowledge of operational policies and procedures.
- Performs work safely, without causing harm or risk to self, others or property.
System Behavior
- Makes a decision considering the impact of the decision on other areas.
- Initiates collaboration with others outside of service area.
- Demonstrates personal commitment to the principles, values, and ethics of the organization.
- Models accountability for learning by sharing knowledge and learning from others.
Interpersonal/Communication/Relationships
- Builds effective working relationships.
- Expresses appreciation to others for their work.
- Treats others with respect.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
- Demonstrates both knowledge and application of Family Wellness policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Facilitates and supports change within Family Wellness.
- Demonstrates commitment to continuous learning for themselves and staff.
- Demonstrates and applies continuous quality improvement knowledge and skills.
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES
- Demonstrates skill in accessing, preparing and using information as relevant to position.
- Verbalizes and demonstrates knowledge of procedures for maintaining security, confidentiality, and integrity of employee, member, and user information.
- Demonstrates ability to collect, analyze and present data as appropriate to position.
EQUIPMENT COMPETENCIES
- Demonstrates skill in use of equipment relevant to position; verbalizes knowledge of appropriate safety procedures.
- Diagnoses equipment problems; fixes or seeks out someone to fix.
- Consistently informs appropriate person of problems encountered with repairs or calibration of equipment.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
- Assists with the development of needs within the assigned department.
- Works in partnership with the manager, assesses needs of potential consumers.
- Assists with development of new programs, marketing of these programs and works in partnership with the department staff to deliver program.
- Assists with policy and procedure drafting and review as needed
- Researches other facilities including alternate YMCA’s and Wellness Facilities.
- Current Departments with possible Internship Opportunities: Wellness Training, Personal Training, Wellness Education, Childcare, Group Exercise, Marketing, Membership and Front Desk Management
BLOOD EXPOSURE
This position is classified as a Category III position under OSHA guidelines with no risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.