Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Medical Fitness, the Personal Trainer is responsible for assessing their clients’ physical 
fitness level, abilities, and goals. The personal trainer designs and implements a personalized exercise program and provides 
instruction, motivation, and support. They are responsible for the demonstration of proper exercise techniques, ensuring 
appropriateness and effectiveness. Responsibilities also include ensuring a safe environment for workouts, policy enforcement, 
record keeping, and delivering excellent customer service at all times.
 

Education
Specific certification in personal training required from an organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying 
Agencies (NCCA), including, but not limited to: ACSM, ACE, NASM, NSCA, NETA, ISFTA, AFAA. The Pilates Reformer Personal 
Trainer position must be certified by an ITTAP (International Teacher Training Accreditation for Pilates) accredited certification 
program with a minimum of 300 hours training in lieu of personal training certification. Bachelor's degree in exercise science or a 
related field is preferred.
 

Experience
Minimum of one (1) year as a personal trainer required. Experience in the assessment of clients’ physical fitness level and 
abilities and personalized exercise program design required. Experience working with a diverse population of clients in private, 
semi-private, and a small group setting preferred. Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
 

Skills
• Current CPR certification is required. 
• Basic computer operation and data input skills. 
• In depth knowledge of gym equipment, machines, and appropriate exercise form and techniques with strong motivational 
presence and enthusiasm for helping clients reach their fitness goals. Must possess a professional attitude and demeanor. 
• Excellent communication and customer service skills required. Capable of maintaining positive ongoing communications with 
clients, co-workers, and clinical staff. Effective group process skills. Effective oral and written communication skills to express 
ideas clearly. Effective listening skills. 
• Ability to work cooperatively with clients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to 
emergency situations, if needed. Ability to use effective analytical and critical thinking skills to problem-solve. Ability to pay 
attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function 
competently in stressful situations and the changing work environment related to changing client needs. 
• Must possess excellent costumer service skills with the ability to attract and retain clients.

Job Location

Mahwah MacArthur Blvd LifeStyles

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

Salary

Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

Pay Range: $22.99 – $28.74 (per hour)





EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.