Health and Wellness Coach

If you are interested in this position, please **CLICK HERE** to complete the YMCA Employment Application form and follow the instructions for submitting your cover letter and resume, along with documentation to verify requirements of the position. **We thank all applicants, however,** **only those considered for an** **interview will be contacted. **Accessibility**: The Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive environment that accommodates all individuals, including those with disabilities. We support the goals of the _Accessibility for Ontarians with _ - Disabilities Acts (AODA) _and have established policies, procedures and practices which adhere to the accessibility standards set out in the AODA. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate contacting our Human Resources Department. The Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford is an equal opportunity employer. **Health and Wellness Coach** Hamilton Downtown Family YMCA 79 James Street South, Hamilton, ON L8P 2Z1 **Salary Range**:$15.50/hour **Position Status**: Part-time **Placement**:Immediate*** **Nature & Scope** This position provides delivery of Member Connect and Live Well program initiatives, interacting with members to develop positive relationships while accessing the Health and Wellness Centre. This position is part-time position (up to 29 hours per week), with a flexible schedule based on programming needs. This may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends with an emphasis on Wellness Coaching, program reviews, facility supervision, maintenance and the provision of excellent customer service. **Responsibilities** - Direct delivery of Member Connect and Live Well program initiatives (coaching sessions, intakes, program delivery, data collection and communication) - Health and Wellness Center supervision, including maintenance of safety and cleanliness requirements - Interaction with members developing positive relationships and addressing concerns or questions - Communicates with fellow staff regarding member and safety needs - Ensure role specific/relevant certifications are up to date and on file **Qualifications** - Current Standard First Aid and CPRC certifications - YMCA Leadership Certification in Individual Conditioning (IC 1 and 2), Group Fitness, Personal Trainer (or other recognized certifications) - Provide a current Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check, issued within the past six months - 2 or more years of training/post secondary education in Physical and/or Health Education or related field along with 1+ years related work experience or a combination of both education and experience is preferred - Excellent customer service skills/ interpersonal skills - Computer skills including Microsoft Word & Excel, & Outlook **Competencies** **Commitment to Organization Vision and Values** Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of the YMCA. **Integrity** Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards. **Teamwork** Actively builds teams and encourages open relationships for maximum organizational effectiveness. **Service Orientation** Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individual’s YMCA experience. **Relationship Building** Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals. **Internal Applicants**: The Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford encourages employees within the Association, as well as those employed within the Canadian YMCA/YMCA Please note that in so doing, the Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford reserves the right to contact the applicable YMCA or YMCA-YWCA for purposes of seeking an employment reference throughout the recruitment process. disclosed to your current supervisor, your intention to submit your allow the Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford to contact your current Association. Advancement of pay rate is dependent on working a minimum of six months (per position if more than one position is held within YMCA) consecutively or a minimum of 130 hours and the ability to perform the job at a satisfactory development, involvement in branch specific activities, attend staff meetings/trainings and achieve an assessment of "meeting expectations" on each annual performance review in order to satisfy eligibility for Association approved merit increases. **Organizational Overview**: As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities, to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living. The YMCA works collectively with community partners that sha