National Capital Treatment & Recovery, formerly Phoenix House Mid-Atlantic
Fitness Coach
National Capital Treatment & Recovery, formerly Phoenix House Mid-Atlantic, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
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Base pay range $30.00/hr - $35.00/hr
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National Capital Treatment & Recovery , a nonprofit substance use treatment facility, is seeking a
Certified Personal Trainer
to lead wellness and fitness group programming for adults in recovery. This is a
part-time role
working with clients at our
Adult Men's residential program in Arlington, VA
as the primary location, with participants from our other programsattending sessions throughout the week as well.
We are looking for a trainer who is passionate about helping people rebuild their physical health and confidence in recovery. The ideal candidate has experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and
varying fitness levels , and can
adapt programming to meet the emotional and physical needs
of clients in an unpredictable, therapeutic setting.
Schedule:
Every other weekend,
Saturday & Sunday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay:
$28–$35/hour, with potential for higher compensation based on experience, degrees, and relevant certifications
Preferred:
Experience working with adults with mental health issues/substance use disorders. Personal recovery experience a plus as well!
What You'll Do:
Lead
group fitness sessions
tailored for individuals in recovery.
Incorporate a variety of equipment and training styles, including
TRX and bodyweight-based programming .
Adjust and modify sessions in real-time based on client needs, energy levels, or group dynamics.
Create a supportive, motivational atmosphere that encourages participation and self-efficacy.
Collaborate with clinical and program staff to support overall client well-being.
What We're Looking For:
Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
– required.
Bachelor's degree
in a related field – preferred.
Experience working with individuals in
substance use recovery, behavioral health , or similar high-need environments.
Confident leading
group-based workouts
with diverse fitness abilities.
Skilled in creating structure while being flexible and responsive to changing circumstances.
Able to maintain
healthy professional boundaries
in a recovery setting.
This is an opportunity to make a real impact by integrating physical wellness into the healing journey of our clients. If you’re creative, resilient, and ready to bring purpose to your programming, we’d love to hear from you.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with adult patients of all fitness levels, with an emphasis on proper technique and functional movements
Demonstrate how to carry out various exercises and routines
Watch patients do exercises and show or tell them correct techniques to minimize injury and improve fitness
Give alternative exercises during workouts or classes for different levels of fitness and skill
Monitor patients' progress and adapt programs as needed
Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations on sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment
Give patients information or resources about nutrition, weight control, and lifestyle issues and their application to substance use recovery
Design workouts activate the neuroendocrine response (responsible for the “runner's high”)
Provide education on maintaining a healthy lifestyle which may also minimize drug cravings, serve as a positive distraction and is a beneficial way to structure the day without using drugs or alcohol
Administer fitness assessments
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
REGULARLY REQUIRED: to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
OCCASIONALLY REQUIRED: to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch and lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
The work environment is that of a substance abuse treatment milieu which may include:
Exposure to clients infected with Hepatitis B, HIV, TB, or other Infectious Diseases
NCTR is a equal opportunity employer
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Base pay range $30.00/hr - $35.00/hr
Direct message the job poster from National Capital Treatment & Recovery, formerly Phoenix House Mid-Atlantic
National Capital Treatment & Recovery , a nonprofit substance use treatment facility, is seeking a
Certified Personal Trainer
to lead wellness and fitness group programming for adults in recovery. This is a
part-time role
working with clients at our
Adult Men's residential program in Arlington, VA
as the primary location, with participants from our other programsattending sessions throughout the week as well.
We are looking for a trainer who is passionate about helping people rebuild their physical health and confidence in recovery. The ideal candidate has experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and
varying fitness levels , and can
adapt programming to meet the emotional and physical needs
of clients in an unpredictable, therapeutic setting.
Schedule:
Every other weekend,
Saturday & Sunday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay:
$28–$35/hour, with potential for higher compensation based on experience, degrees, and relevant certifications
Preferred:
Experience working with adults with mental health issues/substance use disorders. Personal recovery experience a plus as well!
What You'll Do:
Lead
group fitness sessions
tailored for individuals in recovery.
Incorporate a variety of equipment and training styles, including
TRX and bodyweight-based programming .
Adjust and modify sessions in real-time based on client needs, energy levels, or group dynamics.
Create a supportive, motivational atmosphere that encourages participation and self-efficacy.
Collaborate with clinical and program staff to support overall client well-being.
What We're Looking For:
Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
– required.
Bachelor's degree
in a related field – preferred.
Experience working with individuals in
substance use recovery, behavioral health , or similar high-need environments.
Confident leading
group-based workouts
with diverse fitness abilities.
Skilled in creating structure while being flexible and responsive to changing circumstances.
Able to maintain
healthy professional boundaries
in a recovery setting.
This is an opportunity to make a real impact by integrating physical wellness into the healing journey of our clients. If you’re creative, resilient, and ready to bring purpose to your programming, we’d love to hear from you.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with adult patients of all fitness levels, with an emphasis on proper technique and functional movements
Demonstrate how to carry out various exercises and routines
Watch patients do exercises and show or tell them correct techniques to minimize injury and improve fitness
Give alternative exercises during workouts or classes for different levels of fitness and skill
Monitor patients' progress and adapt programs as needed
Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations on sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment
Give patients information or resources about nutrition, weight control, and lifestyle issues and their application to substance use recovery
Design workouts activate the neuroendocrine response (responsible for the “runner's high”)
Provide education on maintaining a healthy lifestyle which may also minimize drug cravings, serve as a positive distraction and is a beneficial way to structure the day without using drugs or alcohol
Administer fitness assessments
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
REGULARLY REQUIRED: to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
OCCASIONALLY REQUIRED: to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch and lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
The work environment is that of a substance abuse treatment milieu which may include:
Exposure to clients infected with Hepatitis B, HIV, TB, or other Infectious Diseases
NCTR is a equal opportunity employer
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