Health & Wellness Coach

Hourly Rate: $19.25 per hour

Pay Grade: Grade 2

Department: Health, Fitness, Aquatics & Residence

Location: Laurier Brantford Family YMCA, 100 Water St., Brantford ON N3T 0P1

Work Hours: Up to 29 hours per week

Employment Type: Part-time, hourly with complimentary YMCA membership

Deadline to Apply: August 9, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: September 2026

No. of Vacancies: 1

Why You'll Love Working With Us

In addition to working with an amazing team in an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success, we offer:

• Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility).
• Competitive total compensation packages.
• Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility).
• Generous pension plans with employer matching.
• Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Memberships.
• Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives.
• Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility).
• Mental Health on Demand (MHOD) Program.
• Opportunities for career advancement.

Position Overview

We believe that it is through the power of our amazing people that the #YSavesLives. By joining the Health, Fitness, Aquatics & Residence team, you will contribute to making our Y the best place to work.

The Health & Wellness Coach will report to the Health & Wellness Manager of the respected branch. In this position, you will be responsible for the delivery of Member Connect and Live Well program initiatives, interacting with members to develop positive relationships while accessing the Health and Wellness Centre.

This position is a part-time position with a flexible schedule based on programming needs. This may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends with an emphasis on Group Fitness, program reviews and the provision of excellent customer service.

This is a great opportunity for an individual with a high level of interest in working with the YMCA HBB as a charitable organization.

What You’ll Do

• Direct delivery of Fitness Consults and Live Well program initiatives (coaching sessions, intakes, program delivery, data collection and communication).
• Health and Wellness Centre supervision, including maintenance of safety and cleanliness requirements.
• Interaction with members developing positive relationships and addressing concerns or questions.
• Communicates with fellow staff regarding member and safety needs.
• Ensure role specific/relevant certifications are up to date and on file.

What You’ll Bring

• Two (2) or more years of training/post-secondary education in Physical and/or Health Education or related field along with 1+ years related work experience or a combination of both education and experience is preferred.
• Intermediate/Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification.
• CYMCA Leadership Certification in Individual Conditioning (IC 1 and 2), Group Fitness, Personal Trainer (or other recognized certifications).
• Excellent customer service skills/ interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word & Excel, & Outlook.

Ready to Make a Difference?

The YMCA is a charity that ignites the potential in people. #YSavesLives starts with building a strong community. If you’re passionate about creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone thrives, we want to hear from you!

All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable persons will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offence(s), if any, is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children; therefore, not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.

Organizational Overview

As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA HBB connects people to life-building opportunities, to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living. The YMCA HBB works collectively with community partners that share the YMCA HBB's determination in strengthening the foundations of community for all people.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equality and Accessibility

The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or neurodiversity.

We understand the social barriers preventing individuals from applying for open roles. We encourage those from the Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Disabled communities to apply.

If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People, Leadership and Culture Department (PLC) at View email address on ca.workus.org.

Experience

Preferred

• Two (2) or more years of training/post-secondary education in Physical and/or Health Education or related field along with 1+ years related work experience or a combination of both education and experience is preferred.

Education

Preferred

• Some college or better in Recreation & Leisure Services or related field
• Some college or better in Kinesiology or related field
• Some college or better in Health Studies or related field
• Some college or better in Health, Wellness & Fitness or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• CPR C
• Standard First Aid
• Police Check

Behaviors

Preferred

• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals