Beautician

Commonwealth Senior Living at South Boston • South Boston, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Commonwealth Senior Living is seeking a Beautician to provide on-site salon services to residents in a senior living community. The role supports residents’ confidence and well-being through personal care and positive engagement. Beauticians are independent contractors who partner with Commonwealth Senior Living and are responsible for their own licensing, insurance, and business operations. The position is commission-based, with an 85/15 split and average weekly pay of $150–$200. In rare cases where a community-employed beautician is needed, the role is part-time, typically under 30 hours per week. Employed beauticians maintain their cosmetology license while Commonwealth Senior Living maintains the salon license.

Requirements

• Hold a current cosmetology license in the state of Virginia.
• Carry and maintain liability insurance of at least $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, and provide a Certificate of Insurance annually.
• Carry workers’ compensation insurance at state-required limits and provide proof annually.
• Adhere to all state board and regulatory requirements for cosmetology and salon operations.
• As an independent contractor, be responsible for personal licensing, insurance, and business operations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with seniors.
• Enjoyment of working with seniors and valuing flexibility and meaningful engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide salon and grooming services, including haircuts, styling, coloring, and basic nail care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming salon environment in accordance with state and community standards.
• Build positive relationships with residents and foster an atmosphere of warmth and trust.
• Schedule services and manage payments directly with residents as appropriate.
• Partner with community staff to help salon operations run smoothly and safely.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed