Hair Stylist

American Baptist Homes of the Midwest; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorne Crest Senior Living Community on-site salon is seeking a licensed hair stylist to operate as an independent contractor. You set your rates and schedule, with a $10/month booth rental and no traditional salon lease overhead.

The role requires an Active Hair Technician License, 1+ year experience (preferably with elderly clients), fluent English, and being at least 21. Work is open to residents with a warm, dignified service approach.

Qualifications

• Active Hair Technician License (required).
• 1+ year experience as a hair stylist, preferably working with elderly clients.
• Fluent English required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Reliable, compassionate, and comfortable working with older adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide haircuts, styling, and other salon services to residents in our on-site salon.
• Build and maintain a client base within the community.
• Create a warm, comfortable, and dignified salon experience tailored to elderly clients.
• Maintain a consistent, reliable schedule that residents can count on.

Skills

Hair Technician License

1+ year experience

Fluent English

Age 21+

Elderly clients experience

Job description

Hair Stylist – Independent Contractor

Thorne Crest Senior Living Community

Thorne Crest Senior Living Community is looking for a licensed Hair Stylist to operate our on-site salon as an independent contractor. This is a wonderful opportunity for a stylist who wants the freedom of running their own book of clients, without the overhead of a traditional salon lease — while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

About the Position

This is a contract (booth rental) position. Stylists pay $10/month in rent and are paid directly by clients for services rendered. You'll set your own rates and manage your own schedule, with the requirement that the salon be open at least 3 days per week with consistent hours.

What You'll Do

• Provide haircuts, styling, and other salon services to residents in our on-site salon
• Build and maintain a client base within the community
• Create a warm, comfortable, and dignified salon experience tailored to elderly clients
• Maintain a consistent, reliable schedule that residents can count on

What We're Looking For

• Active Hair Technician License (required)
• 1+ year of experience as a hair stylist, preferably working with elderly clients
• Fluent English required
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Someone reliable, compassionate, and comfortable working with older adults

Schedule

• Contract position — you set your hours
• Salon must be open a minimum of 3 days per week with consistent hours
• No holiday or weekend rotation requirements

Compensation

• Independent contractor arrangement — payment for services is between stylist and client
• $10/month booth rental fee
• Not benefit-eligible (as an independent contractor)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.