Lead Massage Therapist / DEM (Designated Establishment Manager)

PalmLeaf Massage and Wellness; Bradenton, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Troon is seeking a Part-Time Lead Massage Therapist/DEM in Bradenton, FL. The role requires a Florida license and CPR/AED certification, with 3+ years in massage within hotel or resort spa settings.

The lead will oversee compliance and maintain high standards for treatments such as Swedish, deep-tissue, and hot stone therapies. The position emphasizes client assessment, post‑session guidance, and detailed documentation, with opportunities for growth within a hospitality-focused team.

Qualifications

• Active Florida license as massage therapist.
• CPR/AED certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• CEU in Human Trafficking as required by state law.
• Experience in hotel/resort spa and/or country club environment preferred.
• 3+ years of professional massage experience.

Responsibilities

• Consults with clients to assess pain or discomfort and update medical histories as necessary.
• Performs Swedish, deep‑tissue, hot stone, cranial, and sports massage as requested.
• Communicates with clients during massage to adjust pressure and technique.
• Maintains detailed and accurate treatment records for clients.
• Attends meetings and training sessions and performs related duties as assigned.
• Ensure state law posters and signs are posted in the facility.
• Keep the spa area clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.

Skills

Licensed Massage Therapist

Massage techniques

Client assessment

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

Florida Licensed Massage Therapist

CPR/AED certification

CEU: Human Trafficking

Hotel/Resort spa experience preferred

3+ years massage experience

Job description

Esplanade at The Heights, located in Bradenton, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Part-Time Lead Massage Therapist / DEM (Designated Establishment Manager)! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you'll contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.

Overview

The Lead Massage Therapist / DEM (Designated Establishment Manager) is jointly responsible for ensuring operational compliance of the spa facility following the Florida Board of Massage Therapy in collaboration with the Community or Lifestyle Manager. The Lead Massage Therapist / DEM must have the industry knowledge and a fundamental understanding of each treatment protocol, revising, and updating where necessary to ensure each treatment upholds the standards and expectations of the community. Additionally, the Lead Massage Therapist / DEM will perform a variety of modalities ranging from Swedish to deep-tissue Massage and must feel comfortable working with hot stones while incorporating commonly used massage techniques with their hands, fingers, elbows, knees, and forearms.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Any additional 1099 Massage Therapists

Duties & Responsibilities

Essential functions

• Ensure all posters (Human Trafficking and/or other state and board required signs) are posted according to the law.
• Keep facility clean and organized.
• Keep facility clean and organized.
• Consults with clients to assess their expectations ask questions related to pain or discomfort and learn and/or update their medical histories as necessary and appropriate to the scope of treatment.
• Performs requested or suggested massage techniques, which may include Swedish massage, hot stone therapy, cranial massage, deep-tissue, and/or sports massage.
• Occasionally communicates with the client throughout the massage to ensure comfort with pressure levels and techniques being applied.
• Provides a relaxing environment for clients.
• Demonstrates and educates clients on methods to soothe and strengthen targeted muscles and tissues at home; may provide reference materials such as printed diagrams and materials or links to websites and videos for further guidance and instruction.
• Maintain detailed and accurate treatment records of clients.
• Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

• Prolonged periods of standing and providing massages.
• Good verbal and organization skills.
• Must have the necessary arm, hand, and finger strength and dexterity to provide massages.
• Must be able to lift to 25 pounds at times.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Active certification as a licensed Massage Therapist in the State of Florida.
• Active CPR/ AED certification (or willingness to become certified within 30 days of hire date).
• CEU Certification in Human Trafficking course as required by state law.
• Experience working in Hotel/ Resort spa and/or country club environment preferred.
• 3+ years' experience as a professional massage therapist.

Working Conditions

• Works indoors.
• Potential exposure to sharp and rapid equipment movement, sharp utensils, harmful chemicals, and or solvents if proper safety procedures are not followed.

This job description does not imply that the above are the only responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any job-related duties as requested. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Benefits & Other Compensation

This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits - Medical (if determined by the ACA measurement).
• Retirement Benefits - 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older).

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company's discretion.

About Troon

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world's largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at www.troon.com.