Health & Wellness Director – Salem YMCA

Lead Wellness. Inspire Your Community.

Are you a passionate people leader with health and wellness experience? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can develop staff, grow innovative programs, and make a lasting impact in the community?

The Salem YMCA is seeking an energetic and strategic Health & Wellness Director to join our community-centered and highly collaborative leadership team. This role is ideal for someone who is excited to lead a talented team, enhance member experiences, and expand our wellness offerings-with a special focus on mind-body programming such as yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, and other holistic wellness initiatives.

As the Health & Wellness Director, you will oversee all aspects of the fitness center, personal training, and group exercise programming. You’ll play a key role in creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where members of all ages and abilities feel supported in achieving their health and wellness goals.

What You’ll Do
Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, train, supervise, and support full- and part-time wellness staff, including personal trainers and group exercise instructors
• Foster a positive, high-performing team culture focused on member engagement and results
• Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities

Program Development & Innovation

• Design and enhance health and wellness programs that meet the evolving needs of the Salem community
• Expand and strengthen mind-body offerings, including yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, and other wellness-based classes
• Match members with personal trainers and oversee program quality and effectiveness
• Evaluate program participation, retention, and financial performance

Member Engagement

• Build strong relationships with members and connect them to the programs and services that best support their goals
• Create an inclusive and welcoming fitness environment for all ages and ability levels

Operations & Administration

• Ensure the wellness center is clean, safe, and fully operational
• Manage schedules, payroll, and administrative responsibilities
• Maintain compliance with YMCA policies and all health and safety standards

Community Outreach

• Develop partnerships and outreach opportunities to expand program participation
• Collaborate with association peers to implement strategic wellness initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in health and wellness leadership
• Strong people management skills with the ability to coach, inspire, and develop staff
• Passion for mind-body programming and holistic wellness
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build relationships with a diverse population
• Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and program management preferred

Why Work at the Y?

At the YMCA, you’re more than an employee-you’re part of a mission-driven organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Full-Time Benefits Include:

• Free YMCA membership and discounts on programs
• Paid training and professional development
• Health and dental insurance
• 3 weeks paid vacation, plus generous sick and personal time
• 12% employer-funded retirement contribution (vested, no match required)
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement across seven YMCA branches

If you’re ready to lead with purpose, develop a strong team, and grow impactful wellness programs, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the area of Exercise Physiology, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Physical education, or a related field.
• Hold national group exercise and/or personal training certification, or agree to achieve within 1 year, enabling group exercise and specialty class instruction, personal training, and staff training.
• At least five years of experience delivering a variety of Health and Wellness programs and services that meet the needs of their respective communities preferred.
• Must be able to perform the physical skills required to participate in and lead fitness programs, including those of a physical nature.

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran’s status.