Personal Trainer

Mental Health Association of Rochester; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mental Health Association of Rochester is seeking a dedicated fitness trainer to assess clients and tailor customized training programs in a supportive, client-centered environment.

You will coach exercise techniques, deliver engaging one-on-one and small-group sessions, monitor progress, and provide nutrition guidance while collaborating with our team to sustain healthy lifestyle changes.

Qualifications

• Motivated, client-focused approach to training.
• Strong ability to assess needs and design individualized programs.
• Excellent coaching and communication skills.
• Comfort delivering both one-on-one and small-group sessions.
• Knowledge of foundational nutrition principles.
• Commitment to ongoing education and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments and develop customized training programs.
• Coach proper exercise technique and promote safe, effective training.
• Deliver engaging sessions that support sustainable fitness results.
• Track client progress and adjust programs based on performance.
• Provide basic nutrition guidance and support healthy lifestyle habits.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to client-centered solutions.

Skills

Client-focused

Needs assessment

Program design

Coaching skills

Communication skills

Group coaching

Nutrition knowledge

Lifelong learning

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct client assessments and develop customized training programs.
• Coach proper exercise technique and promote safe, effective training.
• Deliver engaging sessions that support sustainable fitness results.
• Track client progress and adjust programs based on performance.
• Provide basic nutrition guidance and support healthy lifestyle habits.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to client-centered solutions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Motivated, client-focused approach to training.
• Strong ability to assess needs and design individualized programs.
• Excellent coaching and communication skills.
• Comfort delivering both one-on-one and small-group sessions.
• Knowledge of foundational nutrition principles.
• Commitment to ongoing education and continuous improvement.