Affordable Psychological Services Professional Corp Massage Therapist Pacific Palisades, CA · Full time

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Role and Responsibilities:

Massage therapists treat clients by using touch to manipulate the soft-tissues of the body. With their touch, therapists relieve pain, help rehabilitate injuries, improve circulation, relieve stress, increase relaxation, and aid in the general wellness of clients.

• Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints. May assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength, or propose client therapy plans.

• Respond to clients’ comments and suggestions in a timely and professional manner

• Develop and propose client treatment plans that specify which types of massage are to be used.

• Confer with clients about their medical histories and problems with stress or pain to determine how massage will be most helpful.

• Provide clients with guidance on stretching, strengthening, overall relaxation, how to improve their posture, and body mechanics

• Document client’s condition and progress

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Education:  

• Valid California Massage License
• High school diploma or GED
• 1 years in massage therapy recommended.
• CPR/AED certification

AND

• Experience:  Two years of professional experience in direct patient care in the mental health field, particularly with victims of trauma.