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The Ascension St. Vincent YMCA in Westfield in NOW HIRING Part Time positions for our January 2025 full facility opening!

Part Time Perks:

Free certifications (depending on position)
Free YMCA of Greater Indianapolis membership
Flexible schedules
Childcare provided when actively working (up to 20 hours per week)
Retirement
Employee Assistance Program
Vendor Discounts

GENERAL FUNCTION

Under the direction and supervision of the Wellness or Associate Wellness Director, the Program Instructor III-Chronic Disease Prevention programs will be primarily responsible for planning and delivering instruction and support of Chronic Disease Prevention (CDP) programs (including but not limited to the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program, LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program, Enhance Fitness and Moving for Better Balance) at the Y, by helping participants achieve their physical health and well-being goals.

KNOW HOW

A high school diploma, or its equivalent, and 2-4 years’ experience leading/facilitating classes and working with special populations is required. A minimum of 18 years of age.  Knowledge of basic health and wellness principles and exercises, as well as healthy living behaviors is required.  Knowledge of form and technique of strength training exercises and function of cardio equipment preferred.  Experience or ability to work with patients’ physician’s instructions required and have the ability to address the unique needs and concerns of cancer survivors resulting from their diagnoses and treatments.  Must have exceptional communication and organizational skills in order to support participants and maintain required documentation for program.  Knowledge and experience with health behavior and challenges associated with making lifestyle changes.  Verbally provide clear concise directions and visually inspect classroom for safety.  Ability to maintain confidentiality of program participants.  Maintain current certifications in HIPAA, CPR AED, First Aid, Safety & Risk Management, Child Abuse Prevention and New Employee Orientation or the ability to obtain within 60 days of employment.  Certified (or must obtain within 90 days of employment and prior to instructing CDP course) required pre-requisites and certification for CDP.

It is the policy of the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis to provide equal employment opportunity to employees and candidates for employment. Accordingly, there shall be no discrimination against any employee or candidate for employment due to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, disability or against disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. This policy is applicable to the policies governing recruitment, hiring and placement, promotion, training, compensation, employment environment, and separation or termination.

Compliance with this policy is the personal responsibility of all personnel, especially those whose duties are related to the hiring of new employees and the status or tenure of current employees. Further, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, the company will cooperate fully in the implementation of applicable laws and executive orders.