Massage Therapist

The EMPLOYER:

Inspired by the Founders’ homeland, Bamboo Spa is one of the first Filipino-owned and fast growing massage day spa in New Zealand. Bamboo Spa started its operation in 2016 and to date it has already 13 branches in New Zealand. They are looking for Employees for their first branch in Australia in Pascoe Vale, Melbourne.

• Principal Essential Duties and Responsibilities includes the following, other assignments and duties may be required:
• Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, or wellness maintenance.
• Seek first to understand the client’s condition by query on history and possible cause of any pain, spasm, or injury.
• Determine the exact location(s) of pain or discomfort, assess the degree of muscle spasm,
• The employee will provide and administer all Bamboo Spa Limited services as but not limited to relaxation massage services -- Filipino Traditional Hilot Massage, Swedish or Classic Massage, Foot and Leg Reflexology and Body Scrubs to customers based on company standard sequence and technique.
• Use any of the above techniques to deliver relaxation massage (medium, slow-flowing) and therapeutic massage (deep pressure) to improve lymphatic and blood circulation, improve oxygen flow to muscles and ligaments
• Provide remedial massage when necessary for problems of tissue dysfunction
• Apply appropriate deep pressure on trigger points to release spasms and regain function, posture and flexibility, to improve performance and help limit injury.
• The employee must be able to communicate with the client and be able to assess whether a client is reactive negatively to treatment and adjust the massage pressure accordingly, in the meantime Aim to improve the general well-being and mood of the client.
• Aim to achieve relaxation and pain relief.
• Provide further advice on stretching exercises and relaxation techniques as necessary
• Suggest, encourage or instruct on some techniques to stay pain-free and maintain or increase flexibility/mobility

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• The applicants should have knowledge of the Ancient Filipino art of healing using massage "Hilot" or be willing to be trained to become a "Hilot" Massage Practitioner.
• Applicant must have at least a minimum of 3 years of verifiable experience as a Massage therapist.
• Experience in a Beauty Salon/Massage Spa is an advantage.
• Applicant must have a pleasing personality and have great customer service.
• A "MUST" for applicants:
• Must be willing to work on Weekend shifts and Public Holidays.
• $35/hr with minimum 38hrs weekly.

Pay: $30.00 – $45.00 per hour

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

• Massage: 2 years (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person