Licensed Cosmetologist

Resident Salon Services; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% commission-based pay

No nights or weekend hours

401k with company match after 1 year

Job summary

Resident Hair Specialist in Providence, RI is a part-time role for a Licensed Cosmetologist who wants a flexible, meaningful position caring for seniors. You’ll deliver high-quality hair services in a safe, welcoming setting, focusing on dignity, connection and confidence for each resident.

Responsibilities include consultations, haircuts, styling, chemical services, sanitation, and ongoing education for age-appropriate care.

Qualifications

• Current Cosmetology License (required).
• Minimum of 3 years’ licensed experience in cosmetology.
• Experience working with senior clientele is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in haircutting, styling, and chemical services.
• Strong attention to detail and sanitation practices.
• Excellent communication skills and a caring, empathetic demeanor.
• A genuine desire to uplift others through service and connection.

Responsibilities

• Provide thorough consultations, haircuts, styling, chemical treatments, and related services tailored for senior residents.
• Offer gentle, patient care, always considering mobility, comfort, and individual needs.
• Educate residents on age-appropriate hair care and maintenance practices.
• Stay up to date on classic and current hair techniques that cater to mature hair, including perms, roller sets, and teasing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary salon space in compliance with health standards and State Board Guidelines.
• Build meaningful relationships while maintaining a warm, professional presence within the community.

Skills

Customer care

Communication

Empathy

Attention to detail

Education

Cosmetology license

Tools

Haircutting

Hair styling

Chemical services

Sanitation practices

Job description

Resident Hair Specialist (Part-Time – No Weekends or Evenings)

Are you a Licensed Cosmetologist looking for a flexible, meaningful role?

Join our team as a Resident Hair Specialist and help enrich the lives of seniors through compassionate, personalized care.

In this role, you’ll deliver high-quality hair services in a safe, welcoming environment tailored to the unique needs of our senior residents. But it’s about more than just hair, it’s about creating moments of dignity, connection, and confidence every day.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide thorough consultations, haircuts, styling, chemical treatments, and related services tailored for senior residents.
• Offer gentle, patient care, always considering mobility, comfort, and individual needs.
• Educate residents on age-appropriate hair care and maintenance practices.
• Stay up to date on classic and current hair techniques that cater to mature hair, including perms, roller sets, and teasing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary salon space in compliance with health standards and State Board Guidelines.
• Build meaningful relationships while maintaining a warm, professional presence within the community.

What We’re Looking For:

• Current Cosmetology License (required).
• Minimum of 3 years’ licensed experience in cosmetology.
• Experience working with senior clientele is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in haircutting, styling, and chemical services.
• Strong attention to detail and sanitation practices.
• Excellent communication skills and a caring, empathetic demeanor.
• A genuine desire to uplift others through service and connection.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• 50% commission-based pay
• No nights or weekend hours – maintain a healthy work-life balance

• Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team.
• Build lasting relationships with appreciative residents and their families.
• Enjoy a stable and rewarding role in a positive work environment.
• Know that your talents are making a difference every day.
• Apply today and help our residents look and feel their best—because everyone deserves to feel seen, valued, and confident.
• 401k (company match) eligible after 1 year of employment.

Sign-On Bonus:

A Sign-on Bonus is available for this role. Please see the details and requirements below.

The Employee will be eligible to receive a total sign-on bonus of $1,000, to be paid in installments as follows:

25% ($250) after successful completion of the 90-day probationary period. To qualify, the Employee must: Complete the required CARES certification (if applicable), Demonstrate successful adherence to RSS paperwork protocols, and Effectively utilize RSS systems.

25% ($250) after completion of 6 months of employment with RSS. The Employee must be in good standing and have adhered to all RSS policies and protocols.

50% ($500) after completion of 1 year of employment with RSS. The Employee must remain in good standing and continue to meet all RSS performance expectations, policies, and protocols.

If the Employee is not in good standing, voluntarily resigns, or is terminated prior to completing one year of employment, RSS reserves the right to withhold unpaid bonus installments.