Cherry Hill
Job Description Job Summary: The Cosmetologist provides hair and personal grooming services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, seniors, and community members in a respectful, safe, and inclusive environment. This role focuses on promoting dignity, self-confidence, and well-being while adapting services to meet individual needs. Strong communication skills, patience, and a person-centered approach are essential. Job Responsibilities: Principal responsibilities or job duties. Add paragraphs by clicking “enter” as necessary. • Provide haircuts, styling, and manicures to clients, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere., • Offer consultation to clients regarding hair care and styling preferences., • Provide shampooing, conditioning, and scalp treatments., • Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic salon environment in compliance with state regulations., • Manage salon appointments and walk-ins efficiently, ensuring minimal wait times., • Train reception staff to manage administrative duties of the salon., • Stay current on trends, products, and techniques., • Promote salon services when appropriate. All employees who use their personal car for work, must submit a copy of their insurance card, driver’s license, and registration Required Licenses/Certificates/Registrations: • High school diploma or GED equivalent ·, • Passion for working with vulnerable populations, such as individuals with disabilities and seniors, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on patience and empathy., • Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team., • Basic knowledge of sanitation and safety protocols related to hair and nail services., • Commitment to professional development and continuous learning. GENERAL COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: § Thorough understanding of Federation’s mission, policies, values, strengths, and weaknesses. Understanding of the tri-county Jewish community. Creatively identify problems and develop and implement solutions to achieve organization goals. § Ethics – Treat staff and donors with respect, regardless of their status or position. Work with integrity and ethically. § Interpersonal Skills and Donor Relations – Adapt to changing work environments and maintain a good working relationship with co-workers, donors, lay leadership, and members. Manage difficult or emotional staff or volunteer situations. § Teamwork—Exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views. Contribute to building a positive team spirit. Put success of team over own interests. § Strategic Thinking – Develops strategies to achieve organization goals. Understands organization’s strengths and weaknesses. Adapts strategies to changing conditions. Displays willingness to make decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. § Project Management – Prioritizes and manages time effectively. Communicates changes and progress. Completes projects on time. § Written Communication – Writes clearly and informatively. Edits work for spelling and grammar. Presents numerical data effectively. § Problem Solving - Displays original thinking and creativity. Identifies problems and develops solutions. Works well in group situations. Looks for ways to improve work processes and quality. § Dependability - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Completes tasks on time. Uses time efficiently. Is consistently at work and on time. Maintains confidentiality. § Project Management - Monitors status of projects, thoroughly deals with project details, holds project owners accountable, delivers clear, accurate depiction of status. § Initiative – Undertakes self-development activities. Seeks increased responsibilities. Accepts constructive criticism. § Diversity – Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Promotes a harassment-free environment.