Healthy Living Director - YMCA of Rock River Valley

POSITION SUMMARY

The Healthy Living Director provides leadership for healthy living programs and staff. The Director promotes services and programs to members and the community at large to meet established budget, revenue, and strategic plan goals. The Director leads healthy living operations and services ensuring quality programming, meeting branch and community needs.

LOCATIONS

Northeast Family YMCA
8451 Orth Road
Loves Park, IL 61111

Puri Family YMCA
1475 S. Perryville Rd.
Rockford, IL 61108

SwedishAmerican Riverfront YMCA
200 Y Blvd.
Rockford, IL 61107

Good Shepherd YMCA
1829 N. Rockton Ave.
Rockford, IL 61103

WORK LOCATION

This position will oversee Healthy Living in two branches.
Placements will be determined at time of hire.
Regardless of primary assignment, this position may be required to travel between sites as needed.

OUR CULTURE
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The Y is made up of people of all ages, from all walks of life, working side-by-side to strengthen communities. Together, we strive to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender expression, gender identity, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith — they guide everything we do.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUTH PROTECTION
The YMCA of Rock River Valley has a responsibility to provide safe and secure programs and services for our community. The YMCA is a leader in child abuse prevention to support the safety of children in our care.

• You'll support the commitment of the YMCA to child abuse prevention by:
• Report any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor.
• Follow all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children.
• Report any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
• Complete all child abuse prevention training as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provides leadership and direction for a variety of healthy living programs/services, including group exercise, wellness promotion, risk reduction and supporting those with chronic disease.
2. Promotes, supports, directs and educates staff, members and community participants on the benefits of participation in key healthy living programs to maximize the health and well-being of the community.
3. Improves revenue potential and increases member retention through strategic programming.
4. Prepares and manages Healthy Living program budgets to assure revenue and program service goals are achieved.
5. Recruits, hires, onboards, trains, develops, schedules, and supervises Healthy Living staff.
6. Ensures a high level of expertise in healthy lifestyle modules, equipment, and customer service initiatives to enhance the member, guest and program participant experience and satisfaction.
7. Serves as a member of the Healthy Living Cabinet.
8. Serves as a member of the association leadership team, including participating in meetings and association initiatives.
9. Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events, as available.
10. Reports damaged equipment or safety hazards promptly.
11. Participate in Manager on Duty schedule as assigned.
12. Ensures a strong focus on service standards, character development and diversity, equity and inclusion.
13. Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Rock River Valley.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Health, Science and Recreation or related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in Healthy Living programming.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Proven experience with budget management and finances.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and develop a team.
• Ability to work in highly flexible and rapidly changing work environment.
• Ability to be strategic with Healthy Living programming and stay current with health-and-wellness trends.
• Group fitness instruction experience preferred.
• Effective written communication skills. Ability to communicate verbally to individuals and groups.
• Strong problem solving, project management and organization skills.
• Proficient with office technology and software.
• CPR, AED and First Aid Certifications required within 90 days.
• Praesidium Academy trainings.
• Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations.
• Proven track record of developing authentic and deepened relationships with others.

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

2 Positions

Position 1
Full Time, Exempt
Northeast Family YMCA and Puri Family YMCA
Monday-Friday, hours vary with occasional nights/weekends
$43,888 per year

Position 2
Full Time, Exempt
SwedishAmerican Riverfront YMCA and Good Shepherd YMCA
Monday-Friday, hours vary with occasional nights/weekends
$43,888 per year

The Y is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer more than just a job, rather the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you. The Y offers work/life balance, and excellent membership & program benefits.

• Complimentary YMCA Membership
• Program Discounts
• 8% Retirement contribution following 2-year vesting requirement

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