Department: Recreation & Fitness
Type: Full-time
Posted: 4 November 2024
Closes: 25 November 2024

THE ROLE
At St Clair Recreation Centre, we are dedicated to promoting health and wellness within our community. Our state-of-the-art facilities and diverse programs offer a welcoming environment for individuals of all ages and fitness levels. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Health and Fitness Director to lead our team and inspire our members to achieve their health goals.
As the Health and Fitness Director, you will be the driving force behind our physical activity initiatives, enhancing the physical, mental, and social well-being of our community by increasing participation in our programs. You will provide leadership and direction to staff in the health and fitness, and group fitness areas.
The ideal candidate will be someone who can foster a dynamic and enjoyable work environment that encourages teamwork and goal-oriented performance, and that demonstrates the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a larger team.


KEY RESPONSIBILTIES

• Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive health and fitness programs that meet the needs of our diverse community.
• Monitor the performance of the health club, group fitness and personal training programs to achieve performance targets.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure a cohesive approach to health and wellness initiatives.
• Improve physical, mental and social wellbeing by increasing the number of people participating in our health and fitness programs and services.
• Manage the fitness staff, including hiring, training/development, and interventions/performance evaluations.
• Organize budget and resources effectively, ensuring financial sustainability of programs.
• Oversee bookings and user agreements and monthly invoicing for areas of responsibility.

This is a permanent full-time position, requiring 38 hours per week.


ABOUT THE Y
YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. With 1000 employees (and growing), we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.
Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life. Not only their physical fitness and capabilities, but also their sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity; psychological health; resilience; social connectedness; lifelong learning; and their own contribution back into the community. All the elements that together constitute a full, healthy, productive and satisfying life.


SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:

• Cert III & IV in Fitness
• (HLTAID003) Provide First Aid or equivalent
• (HLTAID001) Provide CPR or equivalent
• Certificate of completion for “Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect” (RRHAN-EC) training
• Professional Registration with a governing body, i.e. AUSActive
• Excellent interpersonal skills and highly developed communication skills
• Proven capability to build strong and positive relationships with key stakeholders

Desirable Qualifications and Licences:

• Strength for Life (COTA)
• Nationally recognised Pilates Qualification (mat or reformer level)

THE BENEFITS

• The opportunity to join a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services.
• Free access to YMCA South Australia’s recreation facilities.
• A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for career development.
• A supportive team of passionate and professional individuals.

LIKE TO KNOW MORE?
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Tristan Owen on 7078 4184.


HOW TO APPLY
Does this sound like you? Apply now!
You must address the key selection criteria in your application.
Applications close 25 November 2024.
Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.


COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. This includes:

• National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)
• DHS Working With Children Check
• International Criminal History Record Check (if worked/lived overseas in the last 5 years)

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.