Yoga Therapist

Cape Fox Shared Services is seeking a skilled Yoga Instructor to join our team. As a Yoga Instructor, you will provide yoga therapy to augment a patient's individual therapy of serious injuries and stress sustained as a result of operational and deployment activities associated with military training and combat.

• Direct Patient Care: Confer with patients about their medical histories and any problems with stress and/or pain to determine whether yoga therapy would be helpful. Assess patients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion. Develop and propose patient treatment plans that specify which aspect of yoga therapy is to be used.
• Promote Wellness: Promote the use of yoga therapy in physical activities for fitness and overall wellness, verbal communication, and other relaxation techniques to clear, balance, and energize the human energy system in order to promote healing for the mind, body, and spirit.
• Record Keeping: Record and maintain treatment records in accordance with specific guidelines and modes of record keeping. Refer patients to other types of providers when necessary. Consult with other health care professionals to develop treatment plans for patients and to discuss current treatments administered to patients.
• Instruction and Feedback: Provide proper instruction in yoga mat work and relaxation techniques that are appropriate for the various muscle groups of the body. Provide feedback to participants. Provide accurate instruction in the area of yoga practice, including various levels of stretching, low-impact training, and toning.
• Safety and Sanitation: Follow and enforce Division's safety practices. Take proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to prevent accidents. Use all required safety equipment. Operate any equipment as required by the position. Provide a safe environment for therapy techniques and participation. Ensure yoga mats and props used in class are properly sanitized before and after class.

Requirements: The ideal candidate will have a strong background in yoga therapy and a passion for promoting wellness and relaxation techniques. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.