Position
Yoga Therapist – Somatic Group Programs (Contractor) - part time
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 facilitate small 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
Essential requirements
- Formal Yoga Therapy qualification (training that included practicums)
- Minimum 2+ years teaching experience and substantial teaching hours
- Current registration with a recognised professional body (e.g. Yoga Australia or equivalent)
- Current Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice
- Demonstrated ability to work within professional boundaries and scope
Highly desirable
- International certification (e.g. IAYT or equivalent)
- Additional training in:
Trauma-sensitive yoga
Nervous system / polyvagal-informed approaches
Healthcare or mental health settings
Multidisciplinary teams
- 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
Contract details
- Contractor role
- Session-based or program-based structure
- Hours and scheduling flexible based on group demand
How to apply
Please submit:
- CV outlining training and experience
- Summary of your yoga therapy training (including hours and institution)
- Brief outline of how you approach working with anxiety/trauma in a group setting
- What interests you about working in this role within Unburden Psychology & More
