What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wellness Coach position at University of New Mexico?
Requisition ID
req32092
Working Title
Wellness Coach
13.00 Hourly
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
Off Campus Work Study (454F)
Employment Type
Student Employment
Student Type
Status
Non-Exempt
Background Check Required
For Best Consideration Date
1 / 20 / 2025
Position Summary
Organization : YMCA of Central New Mexico
Location : Various Locations In Albuquerque
An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award
General Function :
Wellness Coaches are fitness professionalsthat oversee the fitness center. A wellness coach provides excellent member service whichincludes greeting members, introducing members to one another and to staff.Wellness Coaches are responsible for connecting members to programs and classesthat could help them reach their goals.
Interpersonal Duties andResponsibilities :
Be familiar with the mission statement and core values of the YMCA.Model the core values while working and communicating with other staff.
Always have a friendly, helpful attitude and wear a smile.
Actively listen, reflect and respond to member or guest questions and concerns in a caring manner.
Essential Duties andResponsibilities :
Ensure the safety of participants utilizing strength and conditioning areas of the YMCA.
Interact with members in the facility to model a personal and inviting atmosphere.
Create a fun and welcoming atmosphere for the YMCA members.
Take part in innovative programs / classes for all ages.
Provide preventative maintenance, cleaning, and upkeep of the strength and conditioning areas.
Conduct new member orientations.
Assist with YMCA events.
Physical Demands :
Whileperforming the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit,stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls,machines, weights and activities related to fitness; reaches with hands andarms; climb or balance; kneel, crouch, crawl; smell and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and / ormove up to 45 pounds. Specific visionabilities required by this job include close and distant vision, peripheral anddepth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Acute hearing skills are required.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Entry Requirements / Qualifications :
A desire to help and motivate YMCA members to reach their goals of spirit, mind and body
The desire to make a difference
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume. Background Check required.MUST have a Work-Study Award.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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