Certified Massage Therapist

McKinnon BTC; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 27,014 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$19.61/hr during training

$30-35/hr during consultations

Travel reimbursement

Opportunity for full-time position with medical and dental insurance

Job summary

McKinnon BTC is looking for a passionate part-time Massage Therapist (CMT) in San Francisco. The role focuses on therapeutic bodywork and supporting clients through perinatal care in both home and office settings.

The ideal candidate will provide personalized treatment plans, educate clients, and collaborate with a wellness team. Pay ranges from $19.61/hr during training to $30-35/hr for client consultations, with travel reimbursement offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active California Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) or Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) certification.
• Ability to carry and transport massage equipment of at least 30-40 lbs.
• Experience providing massage therapy in professional settings for prenatal and postpartum individuals.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized therapeutic massage sessions for prenatal and postpartum clients.
• Develop personalized treatment plans for each client.
• Perform intake assessments and adapt modalities to client needs.

Skills

Swedish massage

Deep tissue massage

Prenatal massage

Communication skills

Clinical assessment

Education

California Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) certification

Tools

Massage table

Massage supplies

Hot stones

Cupping tools

Job description

The Allay team is growing! We are seeking a Massage Therapist (CMT) who is passionate about supporting clients through therapeutic bodywork, perinatal care, and holistic wellness. We are building a collaborative team focused on compassionate, evidence-based care.

The Massage Therapist will provide therapeutic massage and bodywork through in-home visits throughout the Bay Area and office sessions in San Francisco. This role combines hands-on therapeutic care, client education, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary perinatal and wellness care team.

This position is part-time with the opportunity to grow into a full-time role as demand increases. Ability to provide office sessions and travel for in-home visits across the San Francisco Bay Area.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide individualized therapeutic massage sessions for prenatal, postpartum, and general wellness clients
• Develop a personalized treatment plan for each client
• Conduct in-home massage or office visits for prenatal, postpartum, or mobility-limited clients
• Perform intake assessments and adapt modalities to client needs, contraindications, and comfort
• Address musculoskeletal concerns including tension, pain, postural imbalances, and stress-related conditions
• Support clients experiencing conditions such as prenatal discomfort, postpartum recovery, chronic pain, or stress and anxiety
• Educate clients on self-care, stretching, and home practices to support treatment outcomes
• Document visits and communicate with the care team when appropriate
• Collaborate with perinatal and wellness professionals including lactation consultants, doulas, and other providers

Qualifications

• Must hold an active California Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) or Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) certification.
• Ability to work at weekends is a plus.
• Be able to carry and transport massage equipment (table, supplies) of at least 30-40 lbs to client's homes.
• Proficiency in multiple massage modalities such as Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, myofascial release, or lymphatic drainage.
• Knowledge and experience using massage tools such as hot stones, cupping, bolsters, and specialized prenatal positioning equipment.
• Primary work location based in San Francisco, CA.
• Willing to travel up to 40 miles throughout the San Francisco Bay Area for in-home massage sessions.
• Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong communication, clinical assessment, client education, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build supportive relationships with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaborating within a multidisciplinary care team.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving and clinical decision-making abilities.
• Detailed-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Experience providing massage therapy in a professional outpatient, spa, clinical, or private practice setting for prenatal and postpartum individuals.
• Knowledge of contraindications and precautions for massage therapy during pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and with special populations.
• Fluent in English.

Scheduling

• At least three or more days per week, one day must be a weekend
• Up to 8-hour shifts per day, hours may vary depending on massage bookings.
• Up to 3 home visits per day and/or 5 office visits per day

What We Offer

• $19.61/hr during training and traveling between clients
• $30-35/hr during consultations with clients
• Travel reimbursement
• Opportunity to grow into a full-time position with medical and dental insurance