Bedford YMCA Massage Therapist

POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Interacts with new and existing members to help them in achieving their health and well-being goals. Creates a welcoming environment for all members of all backgrounds and abilities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Talk with members about symptoms, medical history, and desired results. Guide members through service offerings and help them choose the types of massages that would benefit them most. Evaluate members to locate painful or tense areas of the body. Design sessions around members’ specific complaints or problem areas. Manipulate muscles or other soft tissues of the body. Listen to members during massages and adjust technique to meet their needs. Provide members with guidance on stretching, strengthening, overall relaxation, and how to improve their posture. Suggest massage schedules for recurring sessions. Document member’s condition and progress. Maintains and cleans equipment according to the schedule or as requested by supervisor. Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations. Attends all staff meetings. Performs other duties as assigned. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Community- Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Inclusion- Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Relationships- Builds rapport and relates well to others. Influence- Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Communication- Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Innovation- Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Quality Results- Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Change Capacity- Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. QUALIFICATIONS: Certifications: ASHI Basic Life Support (ASHI CPR Pro), LMT required. High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and lifting. MISSIONTo put Christian principles into practice through programs, services and relationships that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.AREAS OF IMPACT The YMCA is an organization that serves all people, from all backgrounds and all walks of life. Our purpose is to strengthen community. Our areas of impact include: Youth Development: Empowering young people to reach their full potential. Healthy Living: Improving individual and community well-being. Social Responsibility: Providing support and inspiring action in our communities. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.  We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.  We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.  We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.  We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.  We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. MAKE A DIFFERENCE. WORK AT THE Y.