What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fitness and Wellness Manager position at Lenawee Christian School?
Position: Fitness and Wellness Manager
Classification: Full-Time Hourly Non-Exempt
Reports to: Centre Director
About Us:
Lenawee Christian Ministries provides a Christ-centered education, spiritual development, and social services to the Lenawee County community, centered around Jesus Christ.
Position Summary:
We are currently seeking dedicated individuals who share this vision to join our team. The Fitness and Wellness Manager will play a pivotal role in providing leadership and oversight to all aspects of our Fitness and Wellness Department, including fitness classes, programs, personal training, specialized fitness areas, and wellness group services. This position involves regular interaction with members and guests through personal training sessions and exercise classes.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee all personal training, fitness classes/programs, and wellness education initiatives, enhancing membership value and exemplifying good stewardship.
Leads spiritual development within all programs.
Monitor class and program attendance consistently, taking proactive measures as necessary.
Lead and mentor all instructors, personal trainers, and fitness and wellness staff, offering training opportunities to help them grow both professionally and spiritually.
Ensures 360° Assessments are performed following the procedures outlined by Wellness Team.
Develop activity-focused programs or classes (such as fitness challenges, seasonal programs) tailored to engage various population segments, ensuring a dynamic, safe, and suitable experience for their current health levels.
Regularly instructs classes, programs, and personal training sessions.
Manage budgets effectively, taking necessary actions to achieve goals and objectives.
Collaborate with the marketing team and Centre leadership to execute targeted wellness sales and promotions.
Actively contribute to retention strategies aimed at fostering Centre membership growth and expansion.
Provides weekly operational and attendance reports to Centre Operations Director.
Stay abreast of the latest models and resources in the ever-evolving field of wellness.
Conduct research within our community to identify health challenges and barriers, devising strategies to enhance health outcomes in these areas.
Serve as the on-duty supervisor as required.
Fulfill other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Christian Faith:
o Profess and demonstrate a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
o Adherence to Christian principles and values in both personal and professional life.
- Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology with an emphasis in wellness.
- Personal Training Certification from a nationally accredited organization (ACSM, NSCA, ACE, NASM, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while performing above tasks effectively.
- Physical fitness and endurance to lead fitness classes and training sessions.
- Ability to handle various situations in a healthy and God-honoring way.
Applications Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter addressing their qualifications and commitment to the ministry mission to Thomas Koppen, tkoppen@thecentre.info or
- Submit Application: The Centre
- Lenawee Christian Ministries is an equal opportunity employer.
