Program Specialist focus on Stretch Therapy- Middletown YMCA Family Location

Our Promise:

Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success
Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve
Unite communities and inspire service to others

Benefits & Perks:

12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
Learning and development workshops
Career advancement opportunities
Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Rate of pay: $22.00 – $25.00. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead one-on-one and group stretch therapy sessions using safe and effective techniques tailored to individual needs.
• Design and implement personalized wellness plans focusing on mobility, recovery, stress relief, and functional fitness.
• Conduct initial assessments to determine mobility restrictions and flexibility levels.
• Educate members on the benefits of stretch therapy, recovery protocols, and preventative care strategies.
• Track and document client progress, reassess goals, and adjust programs accordingly.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals and encourage referrals for services beyond stretch therapy, including personal trainers, physical therapists and group fitness instructors."
• Support wellness workshops, outreach events, and health fairs promoting stretch therapy and recovery programs.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe stretch therapy spaces and equipment.
• Stay current with trends in wellness, mobility science, and stretch techniques through continuing education.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community.
• Certification in Stretch Therapy, Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST), or similar modality required.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required.
• At least 1–2 years of experience in a wellness, fitness, or rehabilitation setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-lingual skills
• At least 1–2 years of experience in a wellness, fitness, or rehabilitation setting.
• NCCA certification

Physical Requirements

• Must possess physical strength, stamina, and body awareness to safely perform assisted stretching techniques.

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer.  The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.  In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit,  hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.