Yoga Instructor

2 weeks ago

Saint Louis, United States Concordance Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescriptionAs one of the fastest growing behavioral health organizations in the nation, Concordance supports individuals leaving prison on their healing journey, giving participants an opportunity to lead joyful, abundant, and purposeful lives.  Our holistic, integrated, evidence-based re-entry model is unique in its scope and unparalleled in its impact. Since our inception in 2015, we have driven a 56% reduction in reincarceration among our participants within three years of their release from prison. In addition, we have received accreditation from CARF, the leading accreditor of nonprofit, health and human services organizations.  Our passionate, motivated, talented team makes this happen – and we’re seeking exceptional candidates to join us Now is the perfect time to apply, as we expand our life-changing program to new Centers across the country. Overview: 
The yoga instructor serves as an inspiration of including both the physical and mental self in the healing process. The yoga instructor introduces various yoga poses, yoga concepts and terminology, and safely guides participants through the flow of the practice. The yoga instructor should also be knowledgeable in mindful meditation.  

Position reports to the Managing Director of Center.

Your role will involve:
  • Conduct and lead yoga classes on Tuesdays (8:30am-3:00pm) and Fridays (8:30am-2:00pm).
  • Visually assess participants to determine their level of practice.
  • Assist participants to achieve accuracy in poses, even with modifications.
  • Demonstrate practice and techniques.
  • Possess the ability to move energy through the body.
  • Transform energy during the warm-up, build-up and cool-down stages.
  • Motivate participants with words of encouragement.
  • Connect with participants during the yoga classes through rapport building, compassion, and patience.
  • Offer training recommendations to improve the practice of yoga in personal lives.
  • Set up and break down, clean up after class, and maintain any equipment used.
  • Document group yoga sessions in the record system.

Skills, Knowledge, and ExpertiseThe right candidate will come with: 
  • Proven experience in the subject matter being taught and in teaching the adult learner.
  • Must be able to generate full exercise classes (without notes) for a general group or modify them to fit the needs of our participants.
  • Must have passion for health and wellness, coupled with knowledge of the anatomy of the human body and physiology.
  • Passion for our mission 
  • Energy for multi-disciplinary, team environment 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills as evidenced by compassion, energy, and ability to build rapport
  • High quality verbal and written communication skills 
Required education, licensure, and experience: 
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Yoga instruction 2-3 years
  • Teaching (preferred)
  • Experience working with justice-involved adults, or other vulnerable populations (preferred)
  • Lived experience (preferred)

What to expect when you join ConcordanceA driven team with a desire to help our participants move forward. We come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences -- from behavioral health to corporate strategy and beyond, but we all come together with the goal to restore individuals, rebuild families, transform communities, and advance the field of re-entry. Join our team at Concordance where you can make a real difference, be part of an inspired and inspiring group of people, and, together, help drive our strategic future by redefining social justice and change. 

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