The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.
To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.
The Cross Island YMCA is seeking a Healthy Lifestyles Director who will be responsible for providing leadership to the Healthy Lifestyles departments to deliver consistent, quality healthy lifestyle programming to meet the needs of members and the community. The Healthy Lifestyles Director is also responsible for strategic planning, program development, volunteer/committee development, HR, and facility management. They will implement the YMCA mission, vision, and values in the areas of staffing, volunteers, and member retention.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, schedule, and evaluate all healthy lifestyle programming.
Provide outstanding hospitality to all members and guests. Outstanding hospitality means acting as a proactive agent by initiating a professional relationship with the members regarding their needs, concerns, and questions and accommodating those needs/concerns.
Recruit, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate all Healthy Lifestyle staff and volunteers.
Adhere to Association Healthy Lifestyles standards and guidelines.
Develop, control, and track departmental budgets in accordance with the branch and Association guidelines.
Serve on the branch leadership team for strategic planning and operations management. Ensure the Healthy Lifestyle programs are integrated into the overall branch and Association strategic plans.
Serve as a branch liaison to the YMCA of Greater NY for Healthy Lifestyle Cabinet.
Assist in Annual Campaign efforts.
Work within the community to foster a positive image of the YMCA and encourage good public relations by going into the community to support local health fairs, special events, etc.
Direct the scheduling, management, maintenance, and repair of facilities and equipment pertaining to H&W areas (in partnership with the building department).
Research, facilitate, and build quality programs that build member retention and provide member satisfaction.
Set annual priority objectives to improve service based on annual staff evaluations or customer evaluation/feedback.
Uphold all Association policies and demonstrates the core values of respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty.
Maintain required certifications, which are tracked in Club Connect.
Actively participate in training sessions and designated meetings.
Have a thorough knowledge of the branch's emergency procedures and take appropriate action in emergency situations.
Support community and promotional special events as needed.
Serve as a branch Manager on Duty (MOD) as assigned.
Work with the Board of Managers and Committees as necessary.
Desired Skills & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, or a related degree.
Minimum of Three (3) years of experience in a fitness supervisory/management position. Commensurate experience in fitness management.
Three (3) to Five (5) years of implementing, teaching, and supervising different fitness programs is preferred.
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
Applicable industry certifications are required.
Knowledge of Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y and Principles of Member Health & Wellness.
Knowledge of Foundations of Listen First, Strength and Conditioning, and Group Exercise.
Knowledge of fitness trends, fitness equipment, and customer service.
Must attend current hospitality training within ninety (90) days of hire.
Benefits: The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.
How to Apply: If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.
The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.
