Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor (Contract)

ERC Pathlight; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave benefits

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ERC Pathlight in Illinois is seeking a Yoga Instructor to lead group yoga sessions for patients in a mental health setting. The role emphasizes trauma-informed engagement and HAES-aligned practices, with sessions integrated into scheduled programming.

The ideal candidate holds an RYT certification, has at least 200 hours of training, and prior experience teaching both adolescents and adults within clinical or educational environments. This is a contract-based full-time opportunity in Illinois.

Qualifications

• Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) required.
• Knowledge of trauma informed care principles required.
• At least 200 hours of yoga teacher training required.
• Experience teaching yoga to adolescents and adults required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and facilitates yoga group lessons to support patients in a mental healthcare setting.
• Teaches yoga aligned with Health At Every Size (HAES) principles.
• Interacts with patients in a trauma-informed manner.
• Manages patient sign in sheet for each group.
• Reports any concerns to clinical leadership.

Skills

RYT

Trauma-informed care

200+ hours training

Yoga instruction experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

ERC Pathlight in Illinois is seeking a Yoga Instructor to lead group yoga sessions for patients in a mental health setting. The role emphasizes trauma-informed engagement and HAES-aligned practices, with sessions integrated into scheduled programming.

The ideal candidate holds an RYT certification, has at least 200 hours of training, and prior experience teaching both adolescents and adults within clinical or educational environments. This is a contract-based full-time opportunity in Illinois.