Healthy Living Director

Are You Ready to Lead Community Wellness at Its Best? Become the Healthy Living Director at the Anthony Bowen Y

Job Description

At the Anthony Bowen Y, we know that healthy living is more than just workouts-it’s about belonging, connection, and empowering all people to thrive. We’re looking for a passionate, strategic leader to serve as our next Healthy Living Director. In this role, you will oversee all wellness operations-including group fitness, personal training, and community health programs-while designing initiatives that bridge the gap between fitness and public health. You’ll help members of all backgrounds feel welcomed, supported, and inspired on their wellness journeys, and build impactful partnerships with local health providers to extend our reach into the community.

Qualifications

What Makes You a Great Fit
You’re a wellness advocate with a deep belief in health equity and accessibility.
You hold a Bachelor’s (or ideally, a Master’s) in Public Health, Health Promotion, Exercise Science, or related field.
You have 3+ years of experience in wellness leadership-personal training, fitness, or community health.
You hold a current CPR/AED certification. A nationally recognized Personal Training or Group Exercise certification is preferred.
You’re a strategic thinker, inspiring communicator, and inclusive leader.
You love building systems and relationships that make people stronger-inside and out.

Essential Functions

What You’ll Do
Champion Community Wellness - Develop responsive, mission-aligned initiatives that meet real health needs.
Inspire and Lead Teams - Recruit, coach, and empower a high-performing staff of trainers and instructors.
Grow Programs and Services - Expand group fitness, personal training, and evidence-based health offerings.
Build Strategic Partnerships - Collaborate with hospitals, health agencies, and local leaders to bring holistic health resources to the Y.
Drive Engagement and Innovation - Launch wellness challenges, educational events, and creative member experiences.
Oversee Excellence - Ensure safety, quality, and hospitality in every aspect of our wellness spaces.
Manage Budgets and Outcomes - Lead with data and purpose-track progress, manage finances, and celebrate results.
Model Our Core Values - Live out Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in everything you do.

Why the YMCA?

The YMCA offers a supportive and dynamic work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a range of benefits designed to support your overall well-being. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy as an employee:

Real Impact: Lead programs that improve health outcomes and change lives.

Competitive Salary Range: $70,000-$75,000, based on experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

Free Y Membership: Full membership for you and your family to support wellness and connection.

Retirement Plans: The Y contributes 10% of your salary to a retirement plan, with additional 403(b) and Roth options.

Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Growth Opportunities: Access top-tier leadership development and career advancement.

Ready to Redefine Healthy Living?
Join us in creating a stronger, healthier, more connected community-one life at a time.

Apply today and bring your passion for people, purpose, and wellness to the Y.
The future of community health starts with you

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is an equal opportunity employer and values a range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We strive to be a welcoming organization where all staff, members, and communities feel respected, supported, and that they belong.

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