Director of Health & Wellness
YMCA of the USA, Rockport, ME, United States
Collaborate across departments to deliver a consistent, mission-driven member experience
Are you passionate about health, leadership, and building a stronger community?
Job Description The Penobscot Bay YMCA is seeking a dynamic, people-centered leader to guide and grow our Health & Wellness programs across our Rockport and Rockland branches. This is an opportunity to lead a visible, high-impact department that supports members of all ages in living healthier, more connected lives.
The Penobscot Bay YMCA is a community cornerstone where all people can connect, grow, and thrive. In this role, you bring that mission to life by creating welcoming spaces, developing strong teams, and delivering meaningful wellness experiences.
We’re looking for a leader who is equally comfortable setting direction and jumping in alongside their team—someone who leads from the floor, builds relationships, and takes pride in creating a positive and engaging environment.
Qualifications What You’ll Do
Lead and grow health & wellness programs for all ages and abilities
Supervise, support, and inspire instructors, trainers, and volunteers
Lead from the floor by teaching group fitness classes and/or providing personal training as needed
Ensure safe, welcoming, and well-maintained wellness spaces and equipment
Oversee scheduling, payroll, budgeting, and program registration (Daxko)
Monitor participation and evolve programming based on member feedback and community needs
Serve as a key point of contact for the Rockland Harbor branch
Support YMCA events and community engagement initiatives
Collaborate across departments to deliver a consistent, mission-driven member experience
Essential Functions
Ensure all health & wellness programs operate in compliance with YMCA policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations
Maintain a safe, clean, and well-functioning wellness environment across both branches
Monitor program performance, participation, and member feedback to support continuous improvement
Respond appropriately to member concerns, incidents, and emergency situations
Ensure accurate program setup, registration, and reporting within Daxko
Support hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management of wellness staff
Lead and support staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development
Maintain accurate records related to programming, staffing, and operations
Foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for members, staff, and the community
Support branch operations, events, and cross-department initiatives as needed
Perform additional duties as required to support the success of the department and organization
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
Lead and grow health & wellness programs for all ages and abilities
Supervise, support, and inspire instructors, trainers, and volunteers
Lead from the floor by teaching group fitness classes and/or providing personal training as needed
Ensure safe, welcoming, and well-maintained wellness spaces and equipment
Oversee scheduling, payroll, budgeting, and program registration (Daxko)
Monitor participation and evolve programming based on member feedback and community needs
Serve as a key point of contact for the Rockland Harbor branch
Support YMCA events and community engagement initiatives
Collaborate across departments to deliver a consistent, mission-driven member experience
Required Certifications
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification required within a reasonable timeframe after hire
Relevant group fitness and/or personal training certifications are encouraged and may be required depending on programming needs
YMCA Child Abuse Prevention training required (completed during onboarding)
Training and support are provided to help you obtain and maintain required certifications.
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Are you passionate about health, leadership, and building a stronger community?
Job Description The Penobscot Bay YMCA is seeking a dynamic, people-centered leader to guide and grow our Health & Wellness programs across our Rockport and Rockland branches. This is an opportunity to lead a visible, high-impact department that supports members of all ages in living healthier, more connected lives.
The Penobscot Bay YMCA is a community cornerstone where all people can connect, grow, and thrive. In this role, you bring that mission to life by creating welcoming spaces, developing strong teams, and delivering meaningful wellness experiences.
We’re looking for a leader who is equally comfortable setting direction and jumping in alongside their team—someone who leads from the floor, builds relationships, and takes pride in creating a positive and engaging environment.
Qualifications What You’ll Do
Lead and grow health & wellness programs for all ages and abilities
Supervise, support, and inspire instructors, trainers, and volunteers
Lead from the floor by teaching group fitness classes and/or providing personal training as needed
Ensure safe, welcoming, and well-maintained wellness spaces and equipment
Oversee scheduling, payroll, budgeting, and program registration (Daxko)
Monitor participation and evolve programming based on member feedback and community needs
Serve as a key point of contact for the Rockland Harbor branch
Support YMCA events and community engagement initiatives
Collaborate across departments to deliver a consistent, mission-driven member experience
Essential Functions
Ensure all health & wellness programs operate in compliance with YMCA policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations
Maintain a safe, clean, and well-functioning wellness environment across both branches
Monitor program performance, participation, and member feedback to support continuous improvement
Respond appropriately to member concerns, incidents, and emergency situations
Ensure accurate program setup, registration, and reporting within Daxko
Support hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management of wellness staff
Lead and support staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development
Maintain accurate records related to programming, staffing, and operations
Foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for members, staff, and the community
Support branch operations, events, and cross-department initiatives as needed
Perform additional duties as required to support the success of the department and organization
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
Lead and grow health & wellness programs for all ages and abilities
Supervise, support, and inspire instructors, trainers, and volunteers
Lead from the floor by teaching group fitness classes and/or providing personal training as needed
Ensure safe, welcoming, and well-maintained wellness spaces and equipment
Oversee scheduling, payroll, budgeting, and program registration (Daxko)
Monitor participation and evolve programming based on member feedback and community needs
Serve as a key point of contact for the Rockland Harbor branch
Support YMCA events and community engagement initiatives
Collaborate across departments to deliver a consistent, mission-driven member experience
Required Certifications
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification required within a reasonable timeframe after hire
Relevant group fitness and/or personal training certifications are encouraged and may be required depending on programming needs
YMCA Child Abuse Prevention training required (completed during onboarding)
Training and support are provided to help you obtain and maintain required certifications.
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