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Peter Jaques

@peterjaques

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Personal trainer and wellness coordinator supporting inclusive fitness for mental health and I/DD.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I want to deliver hands-on personal training and holistic wellness programs for clients with I/DD and mental health needs, collaborating with care teams to improve physical health, emotional well-being, and measurable progress in supportive environments.

I’m a Certified Personal Trainer and wellness professional who builds customized fitness and wellness programs for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) and mental health challenges. I focus on safe, effective exercise with a holistic approach to physical activity, nutrition, and self-care.

In my current Personal Trainer/Wellness Coordinator role, I design and tailor wellness and fitness programs, coordinate inclusive wellness activities, and collaborate with healthcare and support professionals to align training with individual care plans and therapeutic goals. I monitor client progress and adjust plans as needs and goals evolve.

Previously, I served as a Wellness Coordinator and also as a Fitness Instructor/Gym Manager, where I led wellness initiatives and managed day-to-day operations while maintaining a safe, supportive environment. Earlier work as a Direct Support Personnel (DSP) strengthened my ability to support daily vocational tasks, reinforce positive behavior, and work within interdisciplinary teams.

I’m driven by results and dignity—helping clients build consistency, confidence, and independence through compassionate, goal-oriented coaching. My ISSA CPT and integrative health and wellness credentials support how I advise clients and develop programs.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Personal Trainer/Wellness Coordinator

Current

Visions, LLC

Jun 2024 - Present (2 years 1 month)

Designs and customizes personal wellness and fitness programs for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) and mental health challenges, providing hands-on training and safe exercise guidance. Monitors client progress and adjusts wellness plans in collaboration with healthcare and support professionals.

Personal Training Fitness Programming Mental Health Support Safe Exercise Instruction Nutrition Education Wellness Programs

Wellness coordinator

Visions, LLC

Sep 2022 - Jun 2024 (1 year 9 months)

Creates and tailors wellness and fitness programs for individuals with I/DD and mental health conditions. Coordinates and leads wellness initiatives with support staff to align programs to personalized care plans and therapeutic objectives.

Fitness Programming Mental Health Support Training Routine Planning

Warehouse Generalist

1 Phorm

Aug 2018 - Aug 2022 (4 years)

Packages nutritional supplements accurately in a high-volume warehouse environment while maintaining efficient order processing. Ensures product labeling, packaging, and shipping meet regulatory and brand guidelines, and promotes products via social media.

Order Accuracy Customer Service Product Labeling Packaging Compliance Guidelines Brand Guidelines

Fitness Instructor/Gym Manager

Visions, LLC

Jan 2017 - Aug 2018 (1 year 7 months)

Provided fitness instruction and wellness coaching for individuals with I/DD and mental health challenges by designing personalized exercise programs based on individual abilities. Managed day-to-day gym operations to ensure a safe, inclusive environment and collaborated with care teams to align fitness plans with broader therapeutic goals.

Fitness Instruction Wellness Coaching Mental Health Support Client Motivation Coaching Collaborative Care Therapeutic Goal Alignment

Direct Support Personnel (DSP)

Vintage Support Group

Aug 2014 - Dec 2016 (2 years 4 months)

Assists individuals with I/DD and mental health challenges with daily vocational tasks, helping build job-related skills and maintain workplace routines. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and supports individualized growth plans while encouraging positive behavior and progress in vocational settings.

Mental Health Support Vocational Task Assistance Workplace Routine Support And Interdisciplinary Teams

Box Office Ticket Sales

Memphis Redbirds

Apr 2014 - Aug 2014 (4 months)

Sold individual and group tickets at the Memphis Redbirds box office while answering customer questions and assisting with ticket selections. Helped manage ticket inventory and supported promotional events and special ticketing campaigns as needed.

Ticket Sales Customer Service Ticket Selection Assistance Ticket Inventory Support

Recycling Associate

Phoenix Recycling and Shredding

Jun 2011 - Mar 2014 (2 years 9 months)

Provided hands-on support to individuals with I/DD and mental health challenges performing recycling and shredding tasks. Promoted skill development, independence, and workplace safety in a structured work environment.

Shredding Support Mental Health Support Workplace Safety Independence Coaching Structured Environment Support