Personal Trainer for Adults with Disabilities

PEOPLE CREATING SUCCESS • Newbury Park, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

People Creating Success (PCS) is hiring a Personal Trainer at its E3 facility in Newbury Park to support adults with developmental disabilities in building healthy habits and staying active. The role focuses on person-centered fitness support, helping participants work toward their goals in a fun and safe environment, and contributing to their community integration. Trainers also support development behavior needs, emotional regulation, and accurate documentation. The position offers full- and part-time schedules, with morning and afternoon hours. The listed pay is $21–$24 per hour, depending on experience (DOE).

Requirements

• Hold a personal training certification from NASM, ACSM, ACE, or NSCA.
• Have knowledge of anatomy and physiology, functional exercises, and basic nutrition.
• Have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Be able to move and lift up to 35 pounds and stand, sit, or walk for extended periods.
• Be compassionate and have a person-centered mindset.
• Be encouraging and able to guide and support participants respectfully.

Nice To Haves

• Weekend availability is a plus but is not required.
• CPR/First Aid certification; training will be provided if not certified or if recertification is needed.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and teach proper exercise techniques.
• Collaborate with participants and colleagues to develop personalized workout plans.
• Motivate participants to reach fitness goals in a fun and safe manner.
• Assist with yoga classes.
• Participate in community outings using company vans or public transportation.
• Support individuals through heightened emotional responses, complex behaviors, and sensory overload using proactive redirection and calming techniques.
• Recognize early signs of stress or escalation and guide individuals through personalized self-regulation strategies.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and detailed shift logs and progress notes.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement.
• $10 monthly cell phone stipend.
• Health care benefits and PTO available if transitioning to full-time employment.
• Pet insurance discounts.
• Cal-Savers retirement plan.
• $500 sign-on bonus, paid in two installments: $250 upon completion of 30 days and $250 90 days after the first official in-person non-training shift.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed