Trauma Informed Wellness Coach

Job Summary

The Trauma-Informed Wellness Coach facilitates therapeutic yoga sessions for individuals who have experienced trauma. This role creates a safe, inclusive environment that supports physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. The coach integrates trauma-sensitive principles, mindfulness, and breathwork while fostering empowerment, choice, and body awareness.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitation & Instruction:

• Design and lead trauma-informed yoga sessions accommodating diverse physical abilities and emotional needs.
• Utilize grounding techniques, breathwork, and mindful movement to support emotional regulation.
• Offer modifications and adaptive poses to ensure accessibility and safety.
• Encourage body autonomy by providing options and avoiding directive language.
• Refrain from hands-on adjustments unless explicitly consented to by participants.

Trauma-Informed Care & Safety:

• Create a welcoming, non-judgmental space where participants feel in control of their experience.
• Recognize signs of trauma responses and adapt sessions to minimize potential triggers.
• Maintain awareness of trauma-sensitive communication styles, including choice-based language.
• Uphold confidentiality and respect participants boundaries and personal experiences.

Collaboration & Support:

• Work closely with therapists, social workers, and other multidisciplinary team members to integrate yoga as a complementary healing modality.
• Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and wellness program development.
• Provide education on trauma-informed movement to staff, residents, or clients as needed.

Documentation & Program Development:

• Track participation and progress while maintaining confidential records in accordance with organizational policies.
• Assist in developing trauma-informed movement resources and curriculum enhancements.
• Contribute to the evaluation and improvement of trauma-informed yoga programs.

Qualifications:

• Certification in Yoga (RYT-200 or higher preferred).
• Additional certification or training in Trauma-Informed Yoga, Somatic Experiencing, or Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is highly desirable.
• Experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma, including those in mental health treatment, addiction recovery, or residential care settings.
• Understanding of trauma theory, nervous system regulation, and body-based healing approaches.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to foster trust and rapport.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to cultural humility and inclusive practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in mental health, social work, psychology, or alternative therapies.
• Experience facilitating yoga in clinical, correctional, or residential treatment settings.

Requirements:

• CPR and First Aid certification required.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Ability to lead movement-based activities in a variety of settings (indoor, outdoor, group, and individual sessions).
• May require lifting, stretching, and demonstrating poses throughout class.
• Some evening or weekend availability may be required based on participant needs.