Gym & Yoga Instructor (Part Time)

A gym trainer in a psychiatric hospital plays a crucial role in the holistic treatment and care of patients. Their job description typically includes:

- Physical Fitness Programs: Designing and implementing exercise programs tailored to the specific needs and abilities of psychiatric patients. This could include cardiovascular exercises, strength training, flexibility exercises, and relaxation techniques.
- Assessment and Monitoring: Conducting initial fitness assessments to determine the patients' baseline fitness levels and tracking their progress over time. This helps in adjusting the exercise programs as needed.
- Mental Health Integration: Collaborating with mental health professionals to integrate physical fitness into the overall treatment plan. Exercise is often used to complement therapies for conditions like depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia.
- Motivation and Support: Providing encouragement and motivation to patients to participate in fitness activities. Building a supportive and positive environment in the gym setting can enhance patient engagement and outcomes.
- Safety and Risk Management: Ensuring the safety of patients during exercise sessions, especially considering any medical or psychiatric conditions they may have. This involves knowledge of safe exercise techniques and adaptations.
- Education and Counseling: Educating patients about the benefits of physical activity for mental health and providing basic counseling on fitness and wellness.
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of patient progress, exercise prescriptions, and any observations related to the impact of exercise on their mental health.
- Professional Development: Staying updated with current research and best practices in exercise physiology and mental health to continually improve patient care.
- Overall, a gym trainer in a psychiatric hospital contributes significantly to the therapeutic environment by promoting physical health and well-being as part of the comprehensive treatment plan for patients.

Pay: ₹6,000.00 - ₹8,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Leave encashment

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kalka, Himachal Pradesh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Education**:

- Diploma (preferred)

**Experience**:

- total work: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person