Job Details
Tuerk House is proud to be acknowledged by Newsweek as a top recovery center in Maryland. as one of "America's Best Addiction Treatment Centers" for the past two years!
Come and join and grow with The Tuerk House team, work in the recently renovated campus and where we just completed a $10.2 million project that includes a pharmacy and a state-of-the-art caf where patients can choose from healthy food options. It also includes 18 more beds for in-patient detox treatment. There are currently 40 beds in use, and by the end of 2023, the Tuerk House hopes to have 92 beds in which people can recover comfortably.
We are looking for a Fitness Trainer who will run and supervise various fitness and health programs for our clients and residents.
You will assess the physical and health conditions of clients, create appropriate exercise plans, and monitor their improvement. You will also explain applicable safety rules and regulations (e.g. use of equipment).
Ultimately, you will help our clients have fun and improve their health through exercise.
Responsibilities
- Identify the clients' fitness level and health
- Oversee completion of exercise routines
- Track clients' physical progress
- Modify exercise plans based on needs, potential injuries or health issues
- Conduct individual and group fitness training sessions
- Oversee the use of fitness equipment to ensure clients exercise properly and safely
- Carry out First Aid and CPR if needed
- Follow safety guidelines
Requirements and skills- Previous work experience as a Fitness Trainer or similar role
- Knowledge of diverse exercises and how to adjust plans according to each client's needs
- Ability to instruct and motivate people
- Excellent communication skills
- Teamwork
- Available to work on early or late shifts and on weekends
- Proven experience of CPR and First Aid
- High School Diploma;