About the role
We are seeking an experienced and grounded Yoga Therapist to design and deliver individual or small group, body-based sessions that support clients experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, and emotional overwhelm.
This role sits within a multidisciplinary psychology practice and is designed to complement (not replace) psychological therapy. You will work alongside psychologists to deliver structured, evidence-informed, somatic-based group programs that help clients build nervous system regulation, body awareness, and practical self-regulation skills.
Key responsibilities
* Design and facilitatesmall group yoga therapy / somatic-based sessions(up to 4 participants)
* Deliver structured, progressive programs (rather than casual drop-in classes)
* Adapt practices to suit clients with: Anxiety; Trauma histories; Chronic pain; Chronic illnesses; Chronic stress and burnout
* Maintain a trauma-informed, psychologically safe environment
* Work within a clearly defined scope of practice, complementing psychological care
* Liaise with treating psychologists where appropriate to support continuity of care
* Monitor and respond appropriately to client distress or dysregulation in sessions
* Maintain clear, appropriate session records (non-clinical) where required
Scope of practice
This role does not involve diagnosing or treating mental health conditions.
The Yoga Therapist will:
* Provide body-based, psychoeducational, and physical skills-focused interventions
* Support nervous system regulation and somatic awareness
* Work collaboratively within treatment plans led by registered psychologists
* Hold a formal Yoga Therapy qualification (training that included practicums)
* Have a minimum of 2+ years teaching experience and substantial teaching hours
* Be currently registered with a recognised professional body (e.g. Yoga Australia or equivalent)
* Maintain current Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance
* Hold current First Aid and CPR certification
* Have a strong understanding of trauma-informed practice
* Demonstrate ability to work within professional boundaries and scope
Highly desirable
* International certification (e.g. IAYT or equivalent)
* Additional training in:
o Nervous system / polyvagal-informed approaches
* Experience working in:
o Healthcare or mental health settings
o Multidisciplinary teams
o Experience delivering structured group programs (not just open classes)
Personal attributes
* Grounded, calm, and relatable
* Strong interpersonal boundaries and professionalism
* Ability to communicate in a clear, non-jargon, non-spiritualised way
* Comfortable working with clients experiencing distress without overstepping scope
* Collaborative and open to feedback within a clinical environment
What we offer
* A supportive, values-driven multidisciplinary environment
* Referrals from an established psychology team
* Opportunity to co-develop innovative group programs
* Administrative and marketing support
* A client base aligned with meaningful, long-term outcomes
* Contractor role
* Session-based or program-based structure
* Hours and scheduling flexible based on group demand
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