Barber/Cosmetologist – (Part-Time)

icensed Barber or Cosmetologist (1099 Contractor) – Flexible 1–5 Days/Month

Nails & Faces of Joy, LLC dba The Joy of Grooming
Location: Syracuse, NY

Pay: $23.00–$25.00 per hour

Job Type: Independent Contractor (1099)

Schedule: Part-Time | 1–5 Days Per Month

Hours: Flexible weekday schedule (Monday–Friday)

No evenings No weekends No federal holidays

Make an Impact Through Grooming

Nails & Faces of Joy, LLC is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and professional Licensed Barber or Cosmetologist to support our New York State Office of Mental Health contract at Hutchings Psychiatric Center in Syracuse, NY.

This position is ideal for licensed professionals looking to supplement their income while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Services are provided in a secure behavioral health setting where professional grooming promotes dignity, confidence, hygiene, and self-esteem.

Whether you're an experienced barber, cosmetologist, semi-retired professional, or simply looking for flexible work a few days each month, we'd love to hear from you.

Schedule

This is a highly flexible position averaging 1–5 weekdays per month. Workdays are coordinated between our company and the facility based on patient needs.

Services are typically provided on a rotating basis within adult inpatient treatment units, with occasional services provided to the children's unit when requested.

Responsibilities

Provide professional grooming services including:

Men's and women's haircutsFades and tapersShape-ups and line-upsBeard and mustache trimmingBraidsCornrowsTwistsLoc maintenance (no hair added)Maintain sanitation and infection control standardsClean workstation after each serviceWork respectfully with individuals receiving behavioral health servicesMaintain patient confidentialityFollow all facility safety and security proceduresServices focus on routine grooming and hygiene rather than full-service salon treatments.

QualificationsRequired

Current New York State Barber License or New York State Cosmetology LicenseMinimum 1 year of professional experienceExperience working with all hair textures and ethnic hair typesExperience with fades, tapers, beard grooming, braids, twists, cornrows, and loc maintenanceProfessional appearance and excellent customer serviceStrong communication skillsReliable, punctual, and self-motivatedAbility to work independently while following facility protocolsPre-Employment Requirements

Selected contractors must successfully complete all required onboarding before beginning work, including:

Background screeningJustice Center requirementsStaff Exclusion List screeningMedicaid exclusion screeningTuberculosis (TB) screening/documentationRequired immunization documentationFacility orientationInfection control trainingAnnual mandatory compliance trainingThe facility requires contractors to comply with its infection prevention policies, health screening requirements, and orientation before providing services.

Equipment & Supplies

Contractor Provides:

ClippersTrimmersShearsCombs and brushesProfessional barber/cosmetology toolsCompany/Facility Provides:

Barber chair/workstationTowels and capesSelect suppliesDesignated work areaFacility staff support during patient servicesFacility staff remain with patients throughout services, and contractors are never left alone with a patient.

What We Offer

$23.00–$25.00 per hourFlexible schedule (1–5 days per month)Daytime weekday hours onlyNo eveningsNo weekendsNo federal holidaysOpportunity to serve your communitySupportive management teamGovernment contract experienceMeaningful work that positively impacts patients' quality of lifeAbout Nails & Faces of Joy

Nails & Faces of Joy, LLC dba The Joy of Grooming provides professional barbering, cosmetology, esthetics, nail care, and wellness services through government contracts, healthcare organizations, and corporate wellness programs throughout the United States.

We believe that grooming is more than appearance—it restores dignity, confidence, and quality of life.

If you're passionate about using your skills to serve others while enjoying a flexible schedule, we'd love to meet you.

Apply Today

Complete our contractor application:

https://link.joyofbeautybrand.com/widget/survey/7pZC2JsfZiN1EOTK1xaR

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible scheduleFree parkingLicense reimbursementLicense/Certification:

NY Cosmetology or NY Barbering License (Required)Work Location: In person