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

Requirements

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

Benefits

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