Massage Therapist

Meadowlands Area Ymca; East Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The Meadowlands Area YMCA is seeking a part-time Service Worker to support our community through massage therapy services. This role requires engagement with clients, understanding their needs, and ensuring a welcoming environment for all. Candidates must be licensed massage therapists with a strong focus on customer service.

The position involves documenting client progress, maintaining hygiene standards, and upholding YMCA values. If you are compassionate and committed to community wellbeing, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice massage therapy.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients and record their symptoms.
• Manipulate soft tissues according to clients' instructions.
• Maintain client records and hygiene standards.

Skills

Compassionate customer service skills

Knowledge of massage techniques

Strong communication

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Minimum 500 hours of education

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Meadowlands Area YMCA - East Rutherford, NJ 07073

Position Type: Part Time

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Service Worker

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The role involves treating members by using touch to manipulate the soft tissues of the body and creating a welcoming environment for all members of all backgrounds and abilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Engage with clients and record notes about symptoms, medical history, and desired results.
• Inform clients of available massage formats and lotions/oils.
• Evaluate clients to locate painful or tense areas of the body.
• Manipulate muscles or other soft tissues of the body according to each client’s instructions.
• Explain massage procedure and provide information about oils and creams used during massage.
• Assist clients in preparing for massages by providing them with gowns.
• Talk minimally to clients during massage treatments to ensure their wellbeing.
• Possess a strong sense of compassion and great customer service skills.
• Maintain client records including demographic information, medical histories, and appointments.
• Uphold the standards of hygiene and sterilization as directed by law.
• Maintain a constructive attitude and contribute toward a quality work environment.
• Provide clients with guidance on stretching, strengthening, overall relaxation, and posture improvement.
• Document client’s condition and progress.
• Always presentable, wearing appropriate YMCA staff shirt and nametag.
• Practice risk management by anticipating potential safety hazards and taking appropriate action to reduce or eliminate risk while reacting quickly and effectively to any emergency.
• Have thorough knowledge of all branch emergency procedures and assist with the emergency evacuation of the building and other special situation tasks, as needed.
• Actively participate and support the Annual Giving Campaign.
• All other miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 500 hours of education, as well as a certificate of completion.
• Must be licensed to practice massage therapy, satisfactory to the State Board for Massage Therapy.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications; Bloodborne Pathogens and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Previous experience preferred.