Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist
2 days ago
Gloucester City
Job DescriptionBenefits: • Flexible schedule, • Profit sharing, • Wellness resources About A Space for Us Counseling A Space for Us Counseling is expanding into an integrated wellness center offering neuroscience-informed, holistic, somatic, and trauma-responsive services. Our approach recognizes the connection between the mind, body, nervous system, relationships, culture, and lived experiences. We are building a collaborative team committed to inclusive, compassionate, and whole-person care. Position Overview We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist to join our integrated wellness team. The ideal candidate will provide safe, client-centered massage and bodywork services that support relaxation, stress reduction, body awareness, nervous-system regulation, and overall wellness. The therapist must demonstrate strong professional boundaries, respect for client autonomy, and a commitment to trauma-informed and culturally responsive care. Primary Responsibilities • Conduct client consultations and identify appropriate treatment goals., • Provide safe, professional, and individualized massage and bodywork sessions., • Explain treatment options and obtain informed consent before services., • Maintain appropriate draping, privacy, boundaries, and client comfort., • Modify or discontinue services when contraindications or safety concerns are present., • Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential client records., • Follow sanitation, infection-control, and treatment-room safety procedures., • Collaborate with therapists and wellness professionals when authorized by the client., • Refer clients to appropriate medical or behavioral health professionals when needed., • Maintain a clean, calm, and welcoming treatment environment., • Follow all licensing, ethical, privacy, and organizational requirements.Required Credentials and Qualifications, • Active and unrestricted New Jersey Massage and Bodywork Therapist license in good standing., • Completion of an approved massage or bodywork therapy education program., • Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, contraindications, sanitation, client safety, and professional ethics., • Current professional liability insurance or willingness to obtain coverage before starting., • Strong communication, documentation, organization, and interpersonal skills., • Understanding of informed consent, confidentiality, professional boundaries, and scope of practice., • Commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed care., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an integrated wellness setting., • Current CPR and first-aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification before starting., • Ability to complete required employment screenings and credential verification.All specialty services must remain within the therapist’s education, professional competency, license, and legally permitted scope of practice. Ideal Candidate • Creates a safe, calm, and nonjudgmental environment., • Respects client choice, privacy, comfort, and bodily autonomy., • Uses clear communication and obtains consent throughout each session., • Understands that trauma-informed care requires choice, pacing, predictability, and professional boundaries., • Values collaboration between mental health and wellness professionals., • Is dependable, organized, ethical, and committed to continuing education., • Is excited to contribute to the growth of an integrated wellness center.What We Offer, • Referrals from an established counseling practice., • A supportive, inclusive, and mission-driven work environment., • Flexible scheduling., • A welcoming treatment space., • Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration., • Opportunities to offer workshops and specialty wellness programs., • Professional growth within an expanding integrated wellness center.