Pays $85K - $95K — Counselor market median is ~$73k (322 jobs) · Top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) for work-life (7.2/10, vs 7,538 in this specialty)
Head Therapist – ‘Auana
About the Role
Work for Cirque du Soleil in Hawaii. $85k-$95k. Lead therapist. Elite performers. Emergency care. Adventure awaits.
Join Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group as a Head Therapist – ‘Auana in Honolulu, Hawaii. *
## Le poste étant situé aux États-Unis, la description de poste est disponible uniquement en anglais.
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## As this position in based in the United States, the job description is available in English only.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver emergency response care in a safe and professional manner.
- Ensure cost effective and timely referrals to appropriate medical providers for any relevant illness or injury.
- Collaborate with the Coaching Team to create moments of exchange for feedback and problem solving in regard to strength and conditioning, reintegration planning, and performance support.
- Ensure that Artists are accompanied to medical appointments whenever indicated.
Requirements
- University degree in Athletic Training or Physical Therapy along with an appropriately maintained and recognised professional registration in the State of Hawaii;.
- Minimum 8 years' relevant clinical musculoskeletal experience;.
- Must be able to achieve and maintain a current valid First Aid and Trauma Management certificate issued by a CdS recognised body;.
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken;.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $85K - $95K
Work Schedule**
- Full-Time position.
Work with Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 10+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Head Therapist – ‘Auana at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,538 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Positions in this range offer a solid balance between clinical responsibility and personal time. Most providers report manageable workloads with adequate recovery time.
Mental Health Therapy — Counselor Career Context
In Hawaii, Mental Health Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$127k across 14 listings, vs ~$77k nationally (8,020 listings).
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Hawaii's cost-of-living index is 186.4 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $48k in an average-cost state — Hawaii ranks #12 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 64.8% of Hawaii clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 7.2/10 on work-life balance for Counselor roles.
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