LIVESTRONG Instructor

GENERAL FUNCTIONS:

A cancer diagnosis can impact a person's entire wellbeing. As former graduates of the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program will tell you, "It's not just an exercise program." The role of a LIVESTRONG Instructor requires a special set of skills including leadership, compassion, courage, and the ability to listen. This 12-week evidence-based program will challenge the participants and you as an instructor to grow. A strong exercise background, commitment to continuing education, and ability to connect with participants will all be success measures for you as a LIVESTRONG Instructor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Facilitate written and functional assessments of participants following curriculum protocol.
2. Demonstrate a high level of knowledge regarding exercise prescription programming for cancer survivors.
3. Determines starting reps, sets, weight, duration, and if any modifications/adaptations may be needed to the exercise or equipment.
4. Teaches and demonstrates utilization of equipment, correct exercise technique and safety considerations.
5. Communicates with supervisor, staff, participants, members, volunteers and guests in a clear, concise, and positive manner while using Listen First skills.
6. Acts as a positive role model while following the four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
7. Maintain LIVESTRONG certification requirements.
8. Perform other related duties as assigned by the LIVESTRONG Coordinator.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
2. Y USA Engaging with Cancer Survivors
3. Y USA Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y
4. Y USA Foundations of Group Exercise or Foundations of Strength & Conditioning or a Y USA equivalency
5. Y USA LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Instructor Certification
6. Background in exercise science with an emphasis on clinical populations preferred
7. Ability to work with participants to address the whole person, including spirit, mind and body
8. Excellent written and oral communication skills

Employment is contingent upon completing the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Instructor Training and other requirements as solely determine by the YMCA.

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