YMCA Reston - FT Physical Therapist/Personal… at YMCA of… · Reston

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility

Position: YMCA Reston - FT Physical Therapist/Personal Trainer
60% Commission - Up to $54.00/hour

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:
◦ Provides personal training programs to members that are free of medical concerns and are in generally good health
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
◦ Completes a thorough assessment of the member’s fitness level and uncovers any medical problems and obtains signed release form
◦ Establishes personal goals and objectives for the member
◦ Plans a program appropriate to the goals and objectives of the member
◦ Discusses the program with the member to assure that the program is meeting his/her basic goals and objectives
◦ Assesses and reassess member needs at each session
◦ Maintains records of each member’s needs at each session
◦ Attends staff meetings and workshops
◦ Maintains all personal certifications by attending workshops and recertification training
◦ Proactively build up a client base of individuals in order to support overall branch goal
◦ Preforms fitness evaluation for clients and members as needed
◦ Builds safety considerations into the exercise program
◦ Identifies unsafe practices or conditions in the exercise facility; notifies the Wellness Director of unsafe conditions and/or intervenes when an unsafe behavior is observed
◦ Pursues an area of expertise that is in alignment with branch membership and community demographics
◦ Performs other duties as required
Customer Service Standards:
Staff Engagement:
◦ Be in proper uniform with name tags to be easily identified
◦ Engage members with new workout tips and techniques that are appropriate for them
Facility Excellence:
◦ I will be informed on programs and offerings from the other service areas.
◦ I will ensure that all equipment is clean and functional. Repairs will be made within 24 hours with related communication posted.
Show:
◦ I will recognize all members’ personal accomplishments in an appropriate fashion
◦ I will help members to stay engaged and follow-up with members that are at risk
Education, Certification, Skills, and Experience:

• High school diploma
• Physical Therapist License required
• Licensed by board of medicine in the state of practice (VA)
• Current Personal Training certification from a nationally recognized organization from ACE, NASM or ACSM.
• Post-Rehabilitation Specialist Certification or Medical Specialist preferred
• Minimum of one year of outpatient experience
• Minimum of one-year training experience
• References from previous employers or patients
• CPR &AED certified
• Outgoing personality and sensitive to member needs
• Proficiency in the use of strength equipment and knowledge of safe practices

YMCA Leadership Certification:
The position requires ongoing progress towards Leader Certification

Working Conditions:
◦ Must be able to bend, sit, stand, or pick-up at least 35 pounds
About the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington
• Has serviced the DC area for over 164 years
• Is a $50M organization
• Employs approximately 1600 individuals
• Provides opportunities in healthy living, youth development, aquatics, youth sports, summer camp, child care, and more for over 250,000 people through our 17 branches and program centers annually
• Is part of one of the largest social service organizations in the country

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Position: Physical Therapist/Personal Trainer Salary: 60% Commission up to $54.00 hour

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is a cause driven organization that offers tremendous opportunities to make a difference. We invite you to join us in this amazing work to develop your skills, realize your leadership potential, and discover a career that is so much more than a job.
About the Job
The YMCA Reston is looking for motivated, driven, and enthusiastic fitness and wellness professionals to join our team. The Physical Therapist/Personal Trainers will work with each member to uncover and address any issues and attain their peak physical potential by establishing personal goals and objectives. Our ideal candidate must have a strong background in corrective exercise, previous experience in physical therapy and personal training, and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Some of the exciting tasks you will do as a Physical Therapist/Personal Trainer include but are not limited to:
• Providing manual therapy, rehabilitation, injury prevention, and functional exercises for members.
• Developing personalized fitness programs, monitoring progress, and ensuring high-quality care.
• Guide members through rehabilitative exercises and personalized strength programs.
• Lead transformative one-on-one and group physical therapy/personal training sessions that not only build strength but also uplift spirits.
• Be a champion and coach to our members by motivating them to stretch beyond their limits to attain their goals.
Qualifications and Skills: We seek a leader with values that align with the Y’s mission:
• Physical Therapist License required
• Licensed by board of medicine in the state of practice (VA)
• Current Personal Training certification from a nationally recognized organization from ACE, NASM or ACSM.
• Post-Rehabilitation Specialist Certification or Medical Specialist preferred
• Minimum of one year of outpatient experience
• Minimum of one-year training experience
• References from previous employers or patients
• CPR & AED certified
Schedule: Flexible
Working Condition:
• Must be able to bend, sit, stand, or pick-up at least 35 pounds
• Conduct personal training sessions/group sessions and support other Wellness services at the branch (which may require lifting weights up to 50 pounds)
• Must have reliable transportation

Benefits:
We appreciate your talents, hard work and professional dedication and will reward you with a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including a 10% employer-funded retirement plan. In addition, we provide 403(b) employee savings retirement plan; ROTH IRA employee savings retirement plan, high quality healthcare; free YMCA membership for you and your family; a generous paid time off package; numerous professional development opportunities; an exciting and collaborative work environment; and the ability to work with creative, talented and diverse individuals.