Wellness Coach III

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.    At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.   NATURE AND SCOPE: Under the direction of the Wellness Director, the Wellness Coach Level III will build personalized relationships that will support all members, through our signature programs.  The Wellness Coach Level III must perform program responsibilities in accordance with the policies, organizational competencies, non-negotiables, mission, and values established by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta. RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to): Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility, which include but are not limited to: Monitoring the wellness center floor and help members as needed, while enforcing wellness center policies. Clean, maintain, and check equipment (continuous cleaning and following member use) under the direction of the supervisor, reporting any repair needs. Know, understand, and consistently apply Metro Atlanta YMCA risk and safety guidelines/best practices, and/or branch emergency procedures. Promote, monitor, evaluate, and ensure that all wellness programs run smoothly with a high level of service to participants. Stay updated on current issues regarding wellness programs. Complete the Coach Approach training within 60 days of hire.    Complete the YUSA foundational courses for Health & Wellness within 60 days of hire: 1.    Orientation to Healthy Living 2.    Foundations of Listen First 3.    Principles of Member Health & Wellness 4.    Wellness Center at the Y Complete BLS training within 60 days of hire.  Maintain all national and YUSA wellness certifications by meeting continuing education requirements. YUSA and national certifications require 10 CECs every two (2) years.   Maintain certifications in BLS – renews every 2 years.   Secure his/her own substitute coach in a timely manner if he/she is unable to work an assigned shift.  The…