Resident Hair Specialist/Licensed Cosmetologist

About the role

Join our team as a Resident Hair Specialist and help enrich the lives of seniors through compassionate, personalized care.

Responsibilities

• Provide thorough consultations, haircuts, styling, chemical treatments, and related services tailored for senior residents.
• Offer gentle, patient care, always considering mobility, comfort, and individual needs.
• Educate residents on age-appropriate hair care and maintenance practices.
• Stay up to date on classic and current hair techniques that cater to mature hair, including perms, roller sets, and teasing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary salon space in compliance with health standards and State Board Guidelines.
• Build meaningful relationships while maintaining a warm, professional presence within the community.

Requirements

• Current Cosmetology License (required).
• Minimum of 3 years’ licensed experience in cosmetology.
• Experience working with senior clientele is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in haircutting, styling, and chemical services.
• Strong attention to detail and sanitation practices.
• Excellent communication skills and a caring, empathetic demeanor.
• A genuine desire to uplift others through service and connection.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Caring, empathetic demeanor.
• Attention to detail.
• Sanitation practices.
• Knowledge of classic and current hair techniques suitable for mature hair.

Benefits

• 50% commission-based pay
• No nights or weekend hours – maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team.
• Build lasting relationships with appreciative residents and their families.
• Enjoy a stable and rewarding role in a positive work environment.
• Know that your talents are making a difference every day.

Pay

• 50% commission-based pay

Schedule

• No nights or weekend hours

Additional Information

A Sign-on Bonus is available for this role. Please see the details and requirements below.

Sign-on Bonus

• Bonus Amount and Payment Schedule

The Employee will be eligible to receive a total sign-on bonus of $1,000, to be paid in installments as follows:

• 25% ($250) after successful completion of the 90-day probationary period. To qualify, the Employee must:
  • Complete the required CARES certification (if applicable),
  • Demonstrate successful adherence to RSS paperwork protocols, and
  • Effectively utilize RSS systems.
• 25% ($250) after completion of 6 months of employment with RSS. The Employee must be in good standing and have adhered to all RSS policies and protocols.
• 50% ($500) after completion of 1 year of employment with RSS. The Employee must remain in good standing and continue to meet all RSS performance expectations, policies, and protocols.

If the Employee is not in good standing, voluntarily resigns, or is terminated prior to completing one year of employment, RSS reserves the right to withhold unpaid bonus installments.