What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Massage Therapist position at Hope?
SUMMARY:
Hope is a clinical, educational, and therapeutic provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. The Wrentham Developmental Center is a historic state-run medical facility for the treatment of psychiatric and developmental disorders. Hope has partnered with Wrentham Developmental Center to provide essential habilitative services to the individuals residing at the facility. Through our services, we optimize the quality of life and care for residents while promoting residents’ independence and functional ability across varied settings.
The Massage Therapist will provide licensed therapeutic massage services to residents served in Wrentham Developmental Center. Massage therapy includes the physical manipulation of muscles to ease contractures or spasms, increase extension, muscle relaxation, and decrease muscle tension. The therapist will also assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength, as well as propose therapy plans for the individuals.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Provide massage therapy as treatment for medical conditions, injuries, or wellness maintenance.
- Establish treatment goals and monitor progress towards goals, ensuring that the need for massage therapy is identified by a state licensed physical therapist, occupational therapist, or physician.
- Evaluate clients for soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion.
- Provide services and documentation within all required standards and regulations.
- Monitor health and safety issues and advise as necessary.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING:
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must possess a Massachusetts Massage License.
- Associate’s degree or higher.
WHAT WE PREFER:
- Enhanced understanding of medical/clinical records, consents, and confidentiality.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle multiple complex tasks or assignments.
- Proficiency in the use of personal computers and software applications.
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- FSA Health, Dependent FSA, and HSA
- Short & long term disability.
- Employee & Dependent Tuition Reimbursement & 401(k).
- PTO
