Are you passionate about helping people live healthier, more active lives? The YMCA is looking for an energetic, experienced Wellness Director to lead our Healthy Living programs and create an outstanding fitness experience for every member who walks through our doors. If you love coaching, mentoring staff, and building programs that truly change lives, this could be your next big opportunity.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading and directing branch Healthy Living programs, including wellness promotion, risk reduction, and support for members managing chronic conditions
- Promoting and educating staff, members, and the community on the benefits of key healthy living programs to boost member health, retention, and revenue
- Building and managing a high-performing wellness team through strong relationships and hands-on leadership
- Partnering with branch management to design innovative programs and measure their impact
- Using data and outcomes to continuously improve programs and hit strategic goals
- Onboarding, training, developing, and supervising wellness staff
- Maintaining top-level expertise in fitness equipment, healthy lifestyle programming, and customer service to elevate the member and guest experience
- Serving as an active member of the branch management team, supporting overall branch success
Why This Job Is a Great Fit
This role is perfect for a natural leader who wants to combine their passion for fitness with real management experience. You'll have the chance to shape wellness programming at the branch level, mentor a team, and see the direct impact of your work on the health of your community — all while being part of a mission-driven organization that values growth and development.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (with significant employer contribution)
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Generous retirement plan with 12% employer contribution once eligible
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- YMCA perks:
- Free YMCA membership for you and your household
- Significant discounts on YMCA programs (including childcare, after-school programs, and summer camps)
- Work environment: Flexible schedule and supportive team culture
- Growth: Real opportunities to learn and expand your skills
- Mission: Work that makes a difference in your community every single day
What We're Looking For
Someone who blends fitness expertise with proven leadership skills — a coach at heart who knows how to motivate both staff and members, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to the YMCA's mission of building healthier communities.
Qualifications
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in Wellness Programming with teen and adult populations
- Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Health Science, Recreation, or a related field preferred
- Proven management ability in budgeting/finance and staff development
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, flexible environment, including weekends
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid personal training certification from a nationally recognized organization (NASM, ACE, ACSM, etc.)
- Ability to walk, stoop, kneel, push, pull, climb, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to adapt quickly to change and take responsibility for the health and safety of others
Expectations
As a supervisor, you will follow all employee and volunteer screening requirements, provide ongoing supervision and training related to abuse risk, give regular feedback on appropriate boundaries with children and teens, and ensure adherence to all abuse-risk policies and procedures.
What Success Looks Like
Success in this role means a thriving wellness team, growing member engagement and retention in health and fitness programs, measurable improvement in program outcomes, and a Fitness Floor experience that leaves members feeling welcomed, supported, and motivated.
More Than Just a Job
At the Y, this role is about more than fitness — it's about helping people build healthier habits, stronger connections, and better lives. You'll be a visible, trusted leader in your community's wellness journey.
Apply Today
Ready to lead our Healthy Living programs and make a lasting impact? Apply now to become our next Wellness Director!
Skills Required
- At least one year of experience working in wellness programming with teenagers and adults
- At least two years of supervisory experience
- Bachelor's degree in Health Science, Recreation, or a related field
- Proven management ability in budgeting or finance and staff management and development
- Ability to work in a flexible, rapidly changing environment and work weekends
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage programs aligned with the YMCA mission
- Valid personal training certification from a nationally recognized organization such as NASM, ACE, or ACSM
- Ability to walk, stoop, kneel, push, pull, climb, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 50 pounds
What We Do
The YMCA is a worldwide youth organization focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, aiming to put Christian values into practice by developing a healthy body, mind, and spirit.
