Adaptive Certified Personal Trainer

Special Strong Greater South Riverside•Wildomar, CA

8d•$26 - $35

About The Position

The Adaptive Certified Fitness Trainer delivers safe, individualized adaptive fitness training to individuals with developmental and physical disabilities, supporting their health, wellness, and functional goals. The trainer follows individualized plans aligned with participants’ Individual Program Plans (IPPs), monitors and documents attendance, engagement, and progress, and contributes to goal-progress documentation and Individual Service Plan (ISP) updates. The position includes individual and group sessions, community-based fitness activities at approved facilities, and participation in onboarding activities such as initial consultations, orientation support, and free sessions as needed. The trainer maintains professional, confidential, and supportive relationships with participants and their support teams, and communicates regularly with the Lead Trainer regarding participant goals and performance. The position is a non-exempt, hourly, at-will role. It may be part-time or full-time depending on availability and program demand, with shifts available Monday through Saturday between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Flexible work-from-home options are available. Before starting, the trainer must pass the required background check and fingerprint clearance and complete the online portion of the Adaptive Training Certification. Special Strong will pay for that certification. New employees undergo a 90-day probationary period.

Requirements

NCCA-accredited personal training certification, such as NASM, ACE, ACSM, or ISSA.
Adaptive Fitness certification or Special Strong Adaptive Training Certification.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification, maintained throughout employment.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work indoors and outdoors in diverse physical environments.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Pass a background check, including fingerprint clearance such as DOJ/FBI Live Scan, as required by regional center and Title 17 regulations, before the start date.
Complete the online portion of the Adaptive Training Certification before being placed on payroll.
Complete required training on mandated reporting and the organization's Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP).

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead adaptive fitness training sessions for individuals or groups while following safety and behavior policies.
Implement individualized training plans aligned with participants’ Individual Program Plans (IPPs).
Monitor and document participant attendance, engagement, and progress.
Communicate consistently with the Adaptive Certified Lead Trainer about participant goals and performance.
Assist with community-based fitness activities at approved facilities.
Maintain professional, confidential, and supportive interactions with participants and their support teams.
Immediately report Special Incidents and suspected abuse or neglect as required by law; the position is a mandated reporter under California Welfare and Institutions Code §15630.
Participate in onboarding, including initial consultations, orientation support, and free-session delivery as needed.
Contribute to documentation of goal progress and updates to Individual Service Plans (ISPs).