Cosmetologist

Job Summary

The Cosmetologist provides professional hair care and cosmetology services to residents, promoting personal dignity, independence, self-esteem, and overall well-being. This position delivers individualized services that accommodate the physical, cognitive, and personal preferences of older adults while maintaining a safe, welcoming, and sanitary salon environment. The Cosmetologist supports HumanGood's commitment to person-directed care, successful aging, and exceptional resident experiences.

Full-Time: Monday-Friday

4 days as a manicurist and 1 day as a hair stylist 

Pay: $21.50-23.00

Primary Duties & Essential Functions:

The following list includes essential functions that are fundamental to the role. The organization will engage in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

• Provides professional cosmetology services, including shampooing, haircuts, styling, coloring, permanent waves, basic manicures, nail polishing, and other services permitted under applicable licensure.


• Adapts salon services and techniques to accommodate residents' personal preferences, mobility limitations, sensory changes, cognitive abilities, and individual comfort needs.


• Promotes resident dignity, independence, privacy, and choice by explaining services, obtaining consent, and respecting individual preferences.


• Provides basic cosmetic nail care services while maintaining appropriate sanitation and infection prevention practices. Avoids medical or therapeutic nail care and refers concerns requiring clinical assessment or treatment to appropriate care team members.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a state-approved cosmetology training program and possession of a current, valid cosmetology license in the state of employment.


• Ability to safely perform standard hair care and basic cosmetic nail services within the scope of applicable licensure.


• Knowledge of applicable cosmetology regulations, sanitation procedures, infection prevention practices, chemical safety, and proper handling of salon products and equipment.


• Ability to accommodate residents with varying physical, sensory, and cognitive abilities while maintaining comfort, dignity, and safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of professional cosmetology or salon experience.


• Experience providing hair care and cosmetic nail services to older adults in senior living, assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing, or comparable settings.


• Experience adapting salon services for individuals with mobility limitations, cognitive impairment, sensory changes, or other age-related needs.

What’s In It For You!

At HumanGood, we’re driven by purpose—reimagining senior living and creating communities where older adults can thrive. When you join us, you’re part of something bigger, making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents every day. Build your future where you’re supported — you’ll have the total rewards you need to build a confident, secure life for you and your family. Count on a compensation package that maximizes your health, wealth and well-being. And adds up to 40% in value to your base compensation.

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits and perks to support you, including*:

• Health, Dental and Vision Plans- start the 1^st of the month following your start date


• 20 days of paid time off (increases with years of service), plus 7 company holidays


• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and no waiting on funds to vest


• HSA option with employer contribution


• Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education programs


• $25/line unlimited cell phone plan (plus taxes and fees)


• Cell Phone Stipend


• 5-star employer-paid employee assistance program

*Please Note: Benefit eligibility is determined by employment status and regularly scheduled hours.

And as team members support residents, HumanGood supports team members. Here, you'll have the benefits and compensation you need to build a secure life for your family, and real opportunities to grow in your career, gain leadership skills and develop personally. Join us. You'll make a difference by helping our team members and our residents realize their full human potential.

Learn more at www.HGcareers.org