What are the responsibilities and job description for the MASSAGE THERAPIST - CONTRACT position at SoHum Mountain Healing Resort?
Job Description
Job Description
Description : Company Statement
Ayurprana is an innovative young company founded on the belief that Ayurveda and ancient healing wisdom have the power to transform lives. Under the guidance of Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc, Ayurprana offers health coaching, interactive webinars, and impactful online educational courses to help people live optimally. Ayurprana is now opening a facility called So-Hum Mountain Healing Resort, that will help facilitate healing at all levels for an individual to release body work, detox panchakarma therapies, and educational class (yoga, breath work, meditation, nutrition, etc…) to help support an individual in his / her healing process.
Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Sohum Mountain Healing is a space where nature and ancient wisdom come together to create transformational experiences. We offer healing experiences that promise to rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit. Guest can spend their days immersed in the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda and Yoga to allow themselves a space to reflect, heal, and awaken to a greater sense of Self.
Position Statement
The Massage Therapist, or Massage Practitioner, is responsible for providing relaxation or treating body pain and discomfort through physical touch and moving a client’s muscles. To achieve maximum success, the Massage Therapist will discuss with the client and determine the techniques appropriate to address the client’s needs. Techniques may include Abhyanga therapy, Shirodhara, sweat therapy, and other ayurveda bodywork techniques. Medicated oils are used for the body and essential oils are used for the marma points. The Massage Therapist may also be guided by an ayurvedic practitioner on treatment recommendations for a client.
Treatments, including therapies in the Panchakarma program, facilitates the cleansing, well-being, and rejuvenation of each client. The Massage Therapist shall create a caring and healing environment for the client and their journey.
This is a contract position. 3-5 days a week including Saturday 8 : 30am-5 : 30pm, lunch 1-2pm. Additional shifts will be available to cover for other therapists. Contractors are paid monthly. Pay is based on treatments provided ranging from $30 to $45 per treatment. Tips paid in addition to rates per treatment. Requires full day availability.
Responsibilities - (not limited to)
- Prepare therapy room before each treatment
- Prepare oils, linens, and set the room properly
- Perform therapies based on client needs
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area
- Perform synchronized massage with a partner for Abhyanga treatments
- Clean treatment room after each therapy session
- Adequately stock supplies and take out linen always keeping hallways clean and clear
- Attend periodic training, review sessions, and seminars as required by the department or administration
- Maintain proper licensure at all times
- Create and maintain an environment of care and healing for clients and department
- Communicate, support, and interact with all staff in a positive and harmonious manner
- Maintain proper time management by arriving 15 minutes prior to the first scheduled treatment and making all appropriate preparations to receive clients on time
- Be flexible and able to adapt to change whet
Requirements : Qualifications :
Physical Requirements - (not limited to)
Salary : $30 - $45
