Yoga Instructor

The Yoga Instructor will work with patients with a range of physical abilities, mental illness diagnosis, & substance abuse issues combining a variety of techniques to aid in a person’s personal recovery process by way of utilizing physical techniques (e.g., stretching and/or strengthening yoga postures) & mindfulness training (e.g., breath work or somatic awareness exercises). The Yoga Instructor leads group yoga classes for patients and implements treatment goals as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, providing continuous patient care, observation, interaction, and role modeling to patients under the direction of the Experiential Therapies Manager. The Yoga Instructor will sufficiently prepare for and lead groups through various levels and types of yoga practice as appropriate to the health and age of the patients, providing demonstration of techniques and verbal cues (no hands-on direction) to assist patients with proper poses, alternative poses, and beneficial breathing patterns.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Minimum of (1) year of experience as a Yoga Instructor; experience working in healthcare setting preferred.

Certification Requirements:

• Successful completion of Verbal De-Escalation and Handle with Care certifications, CPR and First Aid; training provided by facility.
• Current Yoga Teacher or Yoga Instruction 500-hour Certification required.
• Agency Affiliated Counselor credential to be obtained upon offer. Lack of “pending” status on DOH website within 30 days of hire will result in immediate suspension until “pending” status is listed.

What do our current employee’svalue atUHS?

An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working with UHS is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Kirkland, WA 98034: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person