Bedford YMCA Massage Therapist

Ymcafw; Bedford (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The Bedford Center YMCA in Bedford, Texas seeks a member-focused position dedicated to helping individuals achieve their health goals. The role involves direct interaction with members, guiding them through available services and customizing their experiences. Applicants should possess an ASHI CPR Pro certification, with the ability to connect with diverse community members.

Join the YMCA in making a positive impact in health and well-being services while creating an inclusive environment for all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Must have certifications including LMT.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people.
• Physical ability to perform all essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Support members in achieving health and well-being goals.
• Guide members in choosing massage types for their needs.
• Document members' conditions and progress.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work with diverse groups

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASHI Basic Life Support (ASHI CPR Pro)

Job description

The Bedford Center YMCA, 2801 Forest Ridge Drive, BedFord, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Position Summary

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Interacts with new and existing members to help them in achieving their health and well-being goals. Creates a welcoming environment for all members of all backgrounds and abilities.

Essential Functions

• Talk with members about symptoms, medical history, and desired results.


• Guide members through service offerings and help them choose the types of massages that would benefit them most.


• Evaluate members to locate painful or tense areas of the body.


• Design sessions around members’ specific complaints or problem areas.


• Manipulate muscles or other soft tissues of the body.


• Listen to members during massages and adjust technique to meet their needs.


• Provide members with guidance on stretching, strengthening, overall relaxation, and how to improve their posture.


• Suggest massage schedules for recurring sessions.


• Document member’s condition and progress.


• Maintains and cleans equipment according to the schedule or as requested by supervisor.


• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.


• Attends all staff meetings.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA Competencies (Leader)

• Community- Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.


• Inclusion- Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.


• Relationships- Builds rapport and relates well to others.


• Influence- Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations.


• Communication- Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.


• Innovation- Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.


• Quality Results- Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.


• Change Capacity- Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process.

Qualifications

• Certifications: ASHI Basic Life Support (ASHI CPR Pro), LMT required.


• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.


• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.


• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and lifting.