Personal Trainer/Wellness Coach

This position will remain open until filled.

SUMMARY: 
The Physical Trainer/Wellness Coach works closely with clients/participants to help them realize their personal best through support of positive lifestyle changes by aligning behaviors with the client’s personal wellness goals and vision.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
Personal Training:
•    Meet with each new member, provide orientation to the Fitness Center, fitness assessments, instruction in using the fitness equipment, and determine if the client feels comfortable exercising independently
•    Assure appropriate medical clearance and paper work completion of each eligible member
•    Work on fitness center area/floor overseeing all activities and ensuring that all members are exercising in a safe and effective manner
•    Ensure the fitness center area/floor is clean and safe at all times. Recommend equipment repair or replacement if damaged or not functioning safely or properly
•    Resolve any member issues through effective customer service skills, take appropriate action where indicated and report any problems to the Family Health Director
•    Respond in emergency situations, notifying the appropriate authorities when needed
•    Develop, implement, and manage individual and group exercise/activity programs based on the member’s/participant’s wellness goals. 
•    Develop group exercise classes designed to enhance a healthy lifestyle
•    Actively engage with members regarding their fitness programs and offer help by demonstrating various exercises to help clients improve their exercise techniques
•    Maintain records of client appointments, notes and workout dates in client folder
•    Develop, assist, and manage youth fitness activities
•    Maintain a working knowledge of basic theoretical concepts of fitness.  
•    Maintain certification and memberships in professional organization
•    Must be flexible to assist with activities, community events, and coverage of the Fitness Center

Wellness Coaching:
•    Provide wellness coaching in-person, virtually, or telephonically to clients
•    Assess client’s needs utilizing a holistic point of view
•    Demonstrate the ability to link a client to community and health system resources as appropriate
•    Refer clients to ancillary providers to achieve appropriate level of service when necessary
•    Establish and maintain record keeping and filing systems enabling tracking of outcomes
•    Promote wellness in the community and provide education to interested clients/participants
•    Implement employee health and wellness programs utilizing incentive programs. 
•    Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
•    High School Diploma or equivalent
•    CPR/First Aid Certified
•    Fitness/Personal Trainer Certification 
•    Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. 
•    Strong interpersonal skills to supervise and motivate clients.
•    Able to manage multiple priorities in an efficient manner
•    Ability to demonstrate verbal and/or physically the proper use of the equipment
•    Good organizational skills
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•    Strong computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) 
•    Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision 
•    Willing to work collaboratively with the Health Department team.
•    Ability to demonstrate physically and/or provide verbal instruction for proper use of equipment
•    Attuned to the values and practices of Native American communities
•    Must pass drug screen (UA) and a federal criminal background check in compliance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act and the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act
•    Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance

PREFERRED:
•    Wellness Coach Certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
•    Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
•    Must be able to walk, stand or sit for long periods throughout the day

REQUIRED TRAINING:
•    Effectively Handling Harassment training
•    HIPAA training
•    Any position-related training as determined by department manager
•    Advanced training opportunities available with demonstrated experience in nursing

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
•    Work is performed primarily indoors and may include exposure to extreme weather conditions

DISCLAIMER AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
All Prairie Island Indian Community employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship

Salary : $27