Director of Health and Wellness at Penobscot Bay YMCA – Rockport, Maine

Are you passionate about health, leadership, and building a strong community?

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 shape programming, inspire a team, and create welcoming spaces where individuals and families thrive.

We’re looking for someone who brings strong leadership skills, operational confidence, and a genuine enthusiasm for healthy living. If you’re equally comfortable setting direction and jumping in to support your team, this role offers the opportunity to do both.

• Lead and expand 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 to support programming and

member engagement
• Ensure safe, welcoming, and well-maintained wellness spaces and equipment
• Oversee scheduling, payroll, budgeting, and program registration (Daxko)
• Monitor participation and adjust 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 positive, mission-driven experience

• Competitive benefits package including PTO, paid holidays (12), and health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement program with 10% YMCA contribution after two years
• Free family YMCA membership
• The opportunity to lead programs that directly impact the health and well-being of our community

• Passion for health, wellness, and community impact
• Strong leadership and people-management skills
• Experience managing teams, programs, or operations
• Organizational and administrative confidence
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively in dynamic situations
• Commitment to the YMCA mission and inclusive values

A bachelor’s degree in a health-related field OR equivalent experience is preferred.

• A willingness to obtain CPR, First Aid, AED, and relevant fitness certifications within a reasonable timeframe is required. Training & support are provided.

This role includes active participation in wellness spaces and may require standing, walking, lifting, and demonstrating exercises. Evening and weekend availability is part of serving our community. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Employment with the Penobscot Bay YMCA is at-will.

The Penobscot Bay YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.