Small Group Personal Trainer

LOCATION: The Salvation Army - Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center - Phoenix, Arizona

STATUS: On Call/Non-Exempt

MISSION STATEMENT:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or GED.

• Three years’ experience within the fitness industry which includes knowledge of machine weights, free weights, and cardio equipment; is Certified Instructor (ACE, NASM, ACSM, and NSCA) or equivalent.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Current CPR and First Aid certification (may be acquired after employment)

• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be accepted.

• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess fitness by identifying short-erm and long-term fitness issues using physical assessments.

• Develop fitness plans through physical assessment results by designing exercise routines, explaining fitness equipment that combine strength and cardio training, and offering nutritional guidance and accountability through goal-based tracking and monitoring.

• Effective motivation and communication skills, interpersonal skills, sales and marketing skills.

• Train, motivate, and support members and guests. Provide a positive experience by consulting with them on proper techniques in free weights, strength training machines, and functional training exercises that support their efforts to achieve their personal fitness objectives.

• Coach clients and guests on form and movement, helping them focus on and maximize their workout and their positive experience at the fitness center.

• Conduct initial consultation session for new clients to include pre-participation screening, Medical History and Lifestyle, and other questionnaires. Refers client to appropriate personal trainer level based on needs/situation, if necessary.

• Complete and maintain accurate and current client information including:

• Physician Release Form – if needed,

• Medical History and Lifestyle form,

• Informed Consent (if fitness assessments conducted),

• Release of Liability,

• Signed Client Policies and Procedures Form,

• Results of fitness evaluation (if any),

• Exercise program plan, and

• Client activity/progress charts

• Responsible for meeting revenue/sessions and performance goals.

• Build new client base and retain current clients.

• Maintain quality service by following organization standards.

• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Respond to and report accidents and incidents to Fitness Manager.

• Document maintenance needs and submit to Fitness Manager.

• Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.

• Maintain the Code of Ethics policy, which has been established for the Kroc Center.

• Maintain regular and punctual work attendance.

• Perform other duties as assigned as it relates to the Small Group Personal Trainer position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach with hands and arms on a continuous basis. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to operate a telephone, a desktop or laptop computer, as well as the ability to access and produce information from a computer, and to understand written information.