What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracted Yoga Instructor / Sound Healing Practitioner (Evenings) position at Ascent Behavioral Hospital?
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
- 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)
- Meaningful impact in adolescent mental health
- Flexible evening schedule
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment
- Opportunity to be part of a holistic treatment model
- Independent Contractor (1099)
- Evening hours (schedule coordinated in advance)
- On-site at Ascent Behavioral Hospital
● 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.
QualificationsRequired:
● 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
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