Nail Technician - Contractor (Part-Time)

Bring your passion for wellness, beauty, and exceptional service to our luxury Life Plan Community! We are seeking a Contract Nail Technician to provide high-quality manicures, pedicures, nail care, and hand and foot treatments for residents in a welcoming, hospitality-focused environment. This role is ideal for a licensed professional who enjoys building meaningful relationships while delivering exceptional service, maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and professionalism, and promoting overall wellness. The successful candidate will work independently while collaborating with our salon and wellness team to create a luxury spa experience for our residents. 
 

Compensation for this independent contractor opportunity is service-based and varies depending on the number and type of nail services performed. Additional details regarding compensation will be discussed during the selection process. This position is not eligible for team member benefits.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides high-quality manicures and pedicures, which includes removing old nail polish from fingernails and toenails, cleaning nails, shaping the ends of nails, pushing back cuticles, and applying new polish based on clients’ preferences om accordance with salon and spa protocols and accepted certification practices.
• Evaluates the condition of clients’ nails and advises them on proper nail care and treatments.
• Provides nail restoration and hand and footcare treatments. Recommend various nail styling techniques.
• Sanitizes all nail instruments and equipment before each use.
• Ensures that workstations are kept sanitary, clean and orderly.
• Ensures that nail and massage supplies are adequately stocked.
• Ascertain precautions/contraindications for each client and associated scheduled service(s)/ treatment(s) prior to commencement.
• Maintain confidentiality about guest information and maintain guest privacy. Report any unusual client interactions to manager.
• Perform consecutive salon treatments, prompt with each appointment, and perform services within the appropriate time allotted for the service.
• Properly care for professional salon equipment and use proper amounts of product to assist with cost controls.
• Maintain complete knowledge and understanding of all services and products while educating and training salon guests in these areas.
• Actively promote the spa & salon, treatments, services, sessions, and retail, in addition to programs, promotions and/or discounts available.
• Promote salon and wellness retail programs, meeting minimum retail sales goals.
• Uphold the standards of sanitation and sterilization as directed by law and the spa’s policies and procedures.
• Perform prep work and properly clean and restock station(s) and salon areas as required.
• Escort residents and guests throughout salon and spa.
• Handle resident and guests’ questions and concerns professionally and courteously.
• Possess ability to work without direct supervision.
• Regularly attend, participate in and support training and staff meetings for the spa.
• Assist in all areas of spa operation as requested by management.
• Responsible for renewing therapist license as dictated by county/city/state regulation.

Secondary Functions

• Maintains a courteous and professional manner through interactions with others. Communicates with key staff, residents and or residents’ families in a timely manner. 
• Supports elements of employee wellness opportunities as requested.
• Complies with Mather Code of Conduct, Policies, Compliance Program, and all applicable laws and regulations in performance of one’s job duties; reports all known and suspected violations to his/her supervisor or manager, Mather Compliance officer, a Human Resources representative, or the confidential employee helpline.
• Demonstrates understanding of and commitment to the company Mission, Core Values, and Nextraordinary philosophy.
• Uses discretion in handling confidential information, incorporating all Federal, State and local privacy and confidentiality requirements. Ensures Mather consistent protocols are followed across continuum for resident content.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold and maintain a current State Nail Technician and or Cosmetology license.
• Ability to use or learn a variety of tech-based services and platforms, i.e. Microsoft Outlook, Zoom, resident facing portals, and spa specific appointment/ booking software.

Preferred:

• Experience working with older adults.

Benefits

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*

Team members are eligible for:

• A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
• A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
• Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
• Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc. 

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Extended illness benefits
• Employee wellness programs
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance is available to benefit eligible team members.

*Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.

About The Mather:

The Mather is a Life Plan Community in Tysons, Virginia, for those 62 and better that defies expectations of what senior living is supposed to be. More than a luxury residence, The Mather is in an enviable walkable, urban neighborhood, close to the Metro and all the DC area has to offer. Opened in March 2024, The Mather includes 293 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens and more. 

The Mather is located at 7929 Westpark Drive, Tysons.

About Mather

Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age Well^SM, we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work^®, and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.