Ymca of Greater Omaha
Location
Gretna, Nebraska
Personal Trainers develop and facilitate individual and group sessions in a safe and positive environment. They design exercise programs based on client goals and maintain professionalism while educating clients about fitness principles.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and hold a current nationally recognized Personal Trainer certification. A background in Exercise Science or a related field is preferred, along with excellent customer service skills.
So many perks & benefits ~ Enjoy a flexible schedule ~ Work with great people ~ Make a difference in our community ~ Free YMCA membership ~ Locations across the metro – likely a Y near you ~ Tuition discounts ~ Flexible work attire ~ Training & development!
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Personal Trainers develop and facilitate individual and group sessions in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels; effectively building community with clients and other members to help meet varied health, ability and cultural needs.
1. Designs safe and effective exercise programs based on client/group’s goals and needs &/or protocols – programs will be reviewed by Health & Wellness Lead staff to ensure quality.
2. Maintains professionalism and client rapport as well as continuing education with an emphasis on enhancing the spiritual, physical and mental health of each client and member.
3. Works independently, organizing multiple client records and maintains strict confidentiality.
4. Exhibits a positive attitude and models a healthy lifestyle.
5. Educates clients and members about fitness and wellness principles.
6. Actively participates in departmental and branch meetings and/or trainings.
7. Performs other duties assigned.
Engaging Community: Communication & Influence
1. Must be at least 18 years of age
2. Two or more years of college, pursuing a degree in Exercise Science, Wellness Health Promotion or related health field preferred
3. Must hold current nationally recognized Personal Trainer certification from approved organization
4. Excellent customer service and general office skills
5. Ability to communicate verbally to large and small groups of members and the ability to work with varying fitness levels and ages
6. Ability to work independently with attention to detail required
7. Complete before first shift: YMCA cause & culture training; fitness-specific training; all required abuse prevention training
8. Complete within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED; First Aid (provided by YMCA)
9. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community and successful clearance of background check.
10. Follow youth boundaries policies and abuse risk management training.
11. Report suspicious behavior, policy violations, and adhere to mandated abuse reporting and responsibilities.
The YMCA of Greater Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Market context
Personal trainer roles in Nebraska are often competitive where employers look for current certification, strong client-facing skills, and a fitness or exercise science background. This YMCA position stands out for training and development, tuition discounts, flexible work attire, and membership access; requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you plan to apply, confirm your certification is current and be ready to show how you build safe, motivating sessions for diverse clients.
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