Contracted Yoga Instructor / Sound Healing Practitioner (Evenings)

Contract Yoga Instructor / Sound Healing Practitioner (Evenings)

Ascent Behavioral Hospital – Millcreek, UT
Part-Time | Independent Contractor (1099)

“Grow Your Career. Change Their Future.”

Ascent Behavioral Hospital is seeking a contracted Yoga Instructor / Sound Healing Practitioner to lead evening programming for adolescents in a behavioral health setting. This role focuses on restorative/Yin yoga, mindfulness, and sound healing to support emotional regulation, stress reduction, and overall well-being.

What You’ll Do

• Lead evening group sessions in restorative/Yin yoga
• Facilitate sound healing experiences (e.g., singing bowls, sound baths)
• Create a safe, trauma-informed environment for adolescents
• Adapt sessions to meet clinical and emotional needs
• Collaborate with clinical staff to support treatment goals

What We’re Looking For

• Yoga certification (RYT-200+ preferred)
• Experience with restorative and/or Yin yoga
• Training or experience in sound healing modalities
• Ability to work with adolescents in a structured, clinical setting
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional boundaries
• CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain)

Why Partner With Us

• Meaningful impact in adolescent mental health
• Flexible evening schedule
• Collaborative, mission-driven environment
• Opportunity to be part of a holistic treatment model

Details

• Independent Contractor (1099)
• Evening hours (schedule coordinated in advance)
• On-site at Ascent Behavioral Hospital

Service Expectations / Essential Functions

● Deliver consistent, high-quality sessions in accordance with the agreed-upon schedule.

● Exercise professional judgment in modifying instruction based on patient presentation and group dynamics.

● Maintain situational awareness and respond appropriately to patient needs or behavioral concerns.

● Communicate effectively with designated hospital staff regarding scheduling, participation, and concerns.

● Adhere to all applicable facility policies related to safety, confidentiality, and patient interaction.

Competencies

● Action Oriented: Proactively delivers engaging and therapeutic programming.

● Communication: Provides clear instruction and maintains effective coordination with staff.

● Patient Focus: Creates a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

● Interpersonal Skills: Establishes rapport while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

● Adaptability: Adjusts sessions based on patient needs and clinical considerations.

● Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrates empathy and awareness in a behavioral health setting.

● Technical Expertise: Demonstrates proficiency in restorative/Yin yoga and sound healing practices.

Qualifications

Required:

● Certified Yoga Instructor (RYT-200 or higher preferred)

● Demonstrated experience in restorative and/or Yin yoga practices

● Training or certification in sound healing modalities

● Experience working with adolescents or ability to work effectively in a behavioral health setting

● Strong interpersonal and communication skills

● Commitment to trauma-informed practices and patient safety

● CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain prior to start)

● Must pass a federal background check and meet facility credentialing requirements

Preferred:

● Experience in behavioral health, residential treatment, or healthcare environments

● Additional certifications in mindfulness, meditation, or somatic therapies

● Experience working with high-acuity or clinical populations

Why Partner with Ascent Behavioral Hospital?

● Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in adolescent mental health

● Collaborative, mission-driven clinical environment

● Flexible scheduling aligned with evening programming needs

● Opportunity to contribute to innovative, holistic treatment approaches