Coach, Small Steps for Big Changes

The YMCA has been part of life in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1854. Our charity’s core programs of Health, Fitness, and Aquatics; Child Care and Day Camp; and Employment, Enterprise, and Newcomer Services are offered at more than 200 locations and points of delivery in our communities throughout the province. Our focus on inclusiveness and accessibility means we serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life.

We are seeking coaches to join our team to support the Small Steps for Big Changes program. This program helps adults reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes through diet and exercise behaviour change. It offers evidence based, individualized exercise sessions and one-on-one behaviour change counselling. The sessions are designed to explore and support individuals' self-regulatory skills that enable life-long involvement in healthy lifestyle activities. 

• Minimum 18 years of age or older
• Standard First Aid and CPR
• Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sectors Checks are reviewed on an individual basis

• Competitive compensation
• Free uniforms. No more deciding what to wear to work
• Enhance your health with a free health, fitness and aquatics membership (during contract)
• Keep your career dynamic through our professional development programs
• Work in an inclusive environment where caring, honesty, diversity, respect and responsibility are lived values
• Make meaningful connections with your community
• Employee Referral Program – Receive monetary incentives for contributing to our hiring practices
• Employee Recognition Program

• Creates a respectful an inclusive environment
• Takes personal responsibility for following through, responding and resolving issues and complaints
• Demonstrates personal discipline to produce high quality work and meet expectations and goals
• Self-manages behaviours, learns from mistakes, and seeks out feedback and coaching
• Reliable and punctual to ensure our team creates a great member experience
• Strong planning, organizational, leadership and communication skills

The YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.