Job Description

Salary Rate: $48,891 - Check out the YMCA's total compensation package!





Location: Cooper Koo YMCA HF




Work Hours: 37.5 hours




Employment Type: Salaried Contract for 12 months




Number of Vacancies: 1




Anticipated Start Date: November 30, 2025




Deadline to Apply: November 10, 2025 At 5PM

Be the Spark!

Join our passionate team of Health & Fitness Educators and help us to achieve great things in our community!


Reporting to the Health and Fitness Programs Manager, the Programs Specialist (Adult Programs) provides direct leadership to execute all group fitness, recreational sports and individual conditioning activities in the facility including and volunteer development in adult programs. The Programs Specialist provides a superior experience to our members that are focused on the achievement of their personal health and wellness goals. Implementing our Member Insight Strategy and using our Membership Involvement Model, the Programs Specialist identifies initiatives to increase Membership on Roll, Retention, Satisfaction, and Philanthropic contributions in our Adult Programs. The Specialist demonstrates leadership and provides coaching to staff and volunteers, sharing knowledge and opportunities regarding trends in health, fitness and demonstrates exceptional relationship building skills.

In this role, you will:

Provide direct program leadership to a variety of group program areas including group fitness classes and all adult recreational sports programs, for the equivalent of 80% of scheduled shifts. Conduct Personal Training, mY Fitness, Youth mY Fitness, and ensures exceptional service experience in all individual conditioning areas, follow ups to assist members to achieve their personal fitness goals. Organize and administer a case management approach in managing relationships with new members and create paperless programs for them that enable them to achieve their personal health goals. Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate programs within the Association's Membership Services Plan, which will attract and retain the diverse membership of the centre. Provide direct leadership as a YMCA Trainer in Fitness in delivering the YMCA Fitness Leader Certification and work towards the YMCA Training Educator Level. Delivers Basic Theory and Individual Conditioning Components plus assist in apprenticeship of YMCA Fitness Leadership Program Provide leadership and coaching to staff and volunteers throughout duty period. Circulate throughout program areas, build relationships with members and volunteers and ensure excellence in program delivery. Support department staff and volunteers in achievement of all performance indicators and standards including those related to group fitness, retention and YMCA Priority Sam standards Provide leadership and support as a member of the Centre's senior staff team. Act as an effective Service Leader. Participate in task groups, special assignments and opportunities that further the Association mission, vision and strategic initiatives including the Core Service Functional Group. Perform other duties as assigned.

You bring:

Diploma or Degree in Recreation Leadership, Kinesiology, Physical Education or related field. YMCA certification in Group Fitness or related certifications Personal Trainer Certification (i.e. CPTN, ACE, etc.); Certified Fitness Consultant (CFC) Proficiency in Yoga and Pilates an asset YMCA Trainer certification; YMCA Trainer Educator preferred Significant experience leading recreational sports including basketball, soccer, volleyball and water polo Current First Aid and CPR certification; AED training/certification an asset Demonstrated leadership skills coupled with some experience in coaching and supervision; ability to encourage, motivate staff and volunteers, acknowledge and appreciate contributions. Well developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers Excellent written communication skills Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging Flexibility regarding assigned hours of work, including days, evenings and weekends

What you need to succeed:


Commitment to the YMCA's Mission, Vision and Values Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here.



Joining the Y means contributing to over 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2025-2030 strategic plan, Greater Together, which outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.



The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.



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In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here.



The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.



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