Yoga Therapist

Poppy Life Care is chartered to provide and deliver easy access to affordable, holistic, integrative, and complementary health and wellness resources and services for individuals and families living with a wide spectrum of physical, mental, and behavioral health challenges. Our mission is to facilitate awareness and education while building innovative care programs, which we will accomplish in our local communities, in conjunction with its businesses and people. We believe in helping each other as part of an ecosystem of local business, healthcare groups, academic institutions and professionals alike.

Our Why:

Not only are we passionate about what we do, but WHY we do it, which is to help individuals, children and their families that are living with spectrum disorders, ADHD, anxiety, depression and more.

We are making a real impact on mental health by implementing unique care programs that include an interdisciplinary approach to education, treatment and therapies.

More About the Company:

At Poppy Life Care we care about people and strive to create environments that empower people and ideas.

We are paving the way to education and care programs and looking for candidates that want to join us in making a difference! Candidates should excel in fast paced environments, express a willingness to learn, be passionate about what they do and ideally have a strong background in education, business, non-profits, or startups. We are rapidly growing and have unique opportunities available.

Check us out at www.poppylifecare.com!

More about the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Yoga Therapist to join our team at Poppy Life Care. The ideal candidate will be a certified yoga instructor with specialized training and experience in therapeutic yoga techniques. As a Yoga Therapist, you will work closely with clients to develop personalized yoga programs tailored to their specific needs and goals, helping them to overcome physical, mental, and emotional challenges and achieve optimal well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ physical, mental, and emotional health to determine their unique wellness needs.
• Develop individualized yoga therapy plans based on clients’ assessments, incorporating appropriate yoga postures, breathing exercises, meditation techniques, and relaxation practices.
• Lead one-on-one or group yoga therapy sessions, providing guidance and support to clients as they progress through their personalized programs.
• Monitor clients’ progress and adjust therapy plans as needed to ensure ongoing improvement and attainment of wellness goals.
• Educate clients about the principles of yoga therapy and holistic wellness practices, empowering them to take an active role in their own health and well-being.
• Collaborate with other members of the wellness team to coordinate integrated care plans for clients.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client assessments, progress notes, and therapy plans in accordance with professional standards and confidentiality guidelines.
• Stay informed about developments in the field of yoga therapy and integrative holistic wellness, participating in continuing education and professional development activities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Certified yoga instructor with a minimum of 5 years of experience teaching yoga.
• Additional training and certification in yoga therapy from a recognized program or institution.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and psychology, with the ability to apply this knowledge to the practice of yoga therapy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients.
• Empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to help others achieve their wellness goals.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and client confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with diverse populations and individuals with special needs or chronic health conditions.
• Knowledge of complementary holistic wellness modalities, such as mindfulness meditation or energy healing.
• Experience using technology platforms for virtual yoga therapy sessions or telehealth consultations.

Time Commitment Minimum: 3-6 hours consistent per week, during normal business hours (Monday - Friday between 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. PST).

Compensation: $50/hr

Poppy Life Care is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 3 – 6 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Newport Beach, CA 92663