Maternity Massage Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : Starting annual $32,000+ for entry-level typical 15 hour / wk shifts + gratuities + benefits

Massage & Body Therapist Position Description

Overall Purpose : Sparrow’s Nest, as a tranquil haven for wellness, employs skilled, dedicated and

compassionate Maternity Focused Massage Therapists. Our therapists provide

specialized prenatal and postnatal massage therapy, nurturing the well-being of expecting and

new mothers.

Professional Objective : To deliver the most therapeutically beneficial and appropriate massage

and body treatments for our clientele.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Essential Functions

Perform all signature massage and spa wellness therapies including prenatal, induction,

birth-prep, postpartum, C-section, Lactation, Bereavement and Therapeutic Massages.

Evaluates clients’ specific needs and expectations to determine the best appropriate

services, products and personal attention required to achieve satisfaction

Interacts cooperatively with other spa team members to provide a seamless customer

experience

Presents a professional and respectful persona for customers and co-

workers

Monitors the appointment schedule throughout the day to stay informed on

changes, and performs treatments in the allotted amount of time, remaining on

schedule

Other Duties

Participate in all staff, team and educational meetings

Adhere to Company policies regarding dress and appearance

Practices the highest standard of sanitation and tidiness in the spa

Actively builds a repeat clientele, and meets service and retail sales performance

requirements

Uses appropriate quantities of products and laundry in accordance with company

protocols

Participate in laundering linens (washing, drying and folding items during

shift); and inventory management, receiving, ticketing and stocking merchandise as

needed

Communicates to management any and all occurrences involving clients or co-workers

that may require attention or follow-up

Is responsible for cleanliness of countertops and products within the cabin, stocking the

room with linens and supplies as needed

Performs prepwork and cleans and restocks work areas as required, (including, without

limitation, periodic sanitation under vinyl table covers with UV wand of the table

warmers).

If not fully booked, utilizing any available time for client communications and supporting

the team as needed

Qualifications and Availability :

A valid massage license for the State of California, and spa or practical body therapy

experience

Preference given to those trained by Body Therapy Education’s 32 Hour Pre- and Perinatal

Massage Therapy Workshop, Developed by Carole Osborne. All instructors accepted.

Completion of Certification is highly valued, but not required.

Special technical skills such as Rhythmic Deep Tissue Sculpting, Manual Lymphatic

Drainage, Mercier Therapy, Infant Massage Instructor Training are highly valued,

but not required

Retail sales and customer service experience desired

Must be available for one weekend shift (Fri, Sat, or Sun) per

week

Customer service and team oriented

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Flexible, and an ability to multi-task

High energy able to work in a fast-paced environment

Life-long learner, passionate about making a difference in the lives of mothers and

babies

Emotional maturity and honed active listening skills

For candidates applying for a House-call Position, additional Qualifications include :

• Reliable vehicle and valid driver's license and insurance
• Ability to travel to clients' homes within a designated geographic area

Physical Demands :

Standing 70%, sitting 10%, walking 15%, lifting 5%, computer use 10%, bending 20%,

stooping 10%, lifting up to 50 lbs.