massage therapist

casino manager

A Touch of Luck

You are hired to make money for the company, any issues you have that may impact you showing up for a shift are irrelevant so forget the sad stories, they don't care. Your well-being is not necessarily a priority for the company or the environment you will be working in.  

The most enjoyable part of the job is the money you can possibly make, keyword POSSIBLY, it is not guaranteed at all. No lie, the cash I've made some days has saved my life, but I started to dread going back due to the type of work expected of you. There have been times I've gone home with just gas money, there are times you will work from the time you walk in until the time you leave. You will make more money in service time than gratuities unless you've been able to gain some regular clients.

The hardest part of the job is having to deal with rude and obnoxious clients, 90% men, in an environment of people who don't care to take any precautions in the midst of a pandemic. If you don't like chair massage, you will not enjoy this job. If you don't have tough skin, you will not do well, the staff in the space and clients will call you a masseuse, you gotta be okay with this happening. There is no respect for the craft whatsoever. Another hard part of this job is the safety risk concerns we all had. You may see a fight or two ( I dropped and cracked my phone trying to get away from one), you have to park in the back of the building, which can be scary if you get off after midnight because their security sucks. I had a client call me over while receiving a massage from another therapist, tell this young lady in front of everyone that "she can go work on someone else" because "I was better than her and he wanted me instead, mortified and disgusted at the disrespect, my heart sank for her. 

Expect a million emails, text messages and maybe a few phone calls to ask you if you want to pick up shifts, even though you can go see for yourself what's available to pickup. Several therapists give up their shifts daily due to injuries from either working too much in one shift or by having poor body mechanics because the clients all want intense deep tissue work...in a freaking chair! No hands-on interview, they trust you know what you are doing just because you are a massage therapist, which should have been a red flag that they just want warm hands in the building, not real massage therapists. You will have to buy your own uniform, which takes forever to come from another obnoxious business. Bring some earbuds to drown out the noise. I've never worked so hard in my life as a therapist until this, mentally and physically. Choose the job at your own risk! 

I worked as a contractor here for two years. Under previous management, the role was a great fit, but following the management transition in 2025, I experienced a significant shift in the working environment.
In my experience, the current management approach feels disconnected from the daily realities of the position, which led to a noticeably high-stress atmosphere. I found the shift in culture to be quite rigid; I felt pressured by new scheduling expectations that, in my opinion, undermined the autonomy usually associated with this type of contract role.
Additionally, while the location has potential, I found the business volume to be inconsistent, which made building a stable client base challenging. I observed a high rate of turnover during my final months there. While I believe it is possible to be successful if the business volume is high, the combination of unpredictable demand and the new top-down, rigid management style made the position unsustainable for me. I’d recommend that future contractors ask plenty of questions about current scheduling expectations and management support during the interview process.

I started my Casino Therapist Career and Journey with ATOL MGM National Harbor Oxon Hill ,MD in January of 2019 to presently working at One Eyed Jacks in Sarasota,  FL. I can not express enough gratitude and appreciation towards this company and there staff. They are organized, on point, team players with a huge amount of compassion and respect for the industry, there employees and contracted clients alike. 
The people who work here, the clients,  friendships, I've been able to make and meet along the way, the flexibility, the understanding and the opportunities I have had,  have far more than met any expectations I imagined when I ventured into this. It has been none the less nor shy of rewarding all the way around the board. 
ATOL is a great company to work for, whither you are looking to work full time or part time. If you are outgoing,  spontaneous,  enjoy being social, like diversity and meeting an abundance of people abroad and making them feel welcomed and relaxed in an fun atmosphere, with a rewarding income, I encourage you to leap !! 
CJackson 😉


On a good day, you might pocket a few hundred dollars (after you consider the 50% fee for the floor space) - but that will most likely be because you've done two to four hours of deep-tissue chair massage. On a bad day, where you find people have little interest in your services, you'll come home with twenty dollars. It isn't uncommon to work a six hour shift and make far below minimum wage. The work is rough on your body, and if you do have to swap your scheduled shifts around, management will give you a hard time about it. Add to that the culture of the casino itself. Being subjected to rudeness and harassment from the patrons is common. This is an alright job if you're looking to gain some experience, but not one that is sustainable long-term.

I love working for this company. It is a true independent contractors drink. You are able to choose your schedule, and pick up additional shifts if you choose to do so. It is a very great opportunity to make lots of money, however, it can be a lot on your body. It could be a very entertaining environment, listening to the poker players talk trash to each other can be quite entertaining. The staff at my location is friendly and willing to help for the most part (depending on staff) and the staff with a touch of luck are responsive and friendly. This type of work can be very taxing on your body . And I experience bad body mechanics often . You have to take care of your body in order to keep up and not experience burnout . You are able to bring things to help like I have a collapsible stool , and knee pads / pillow to help with body mechanics . Outside of that , this is a great place to work!

I have little to no negative comments about my time with A Touch of Luck. It is by far and away the most lucrative thing I have done with my long career as an LMT and gives me the flexibility I need as a single mother. 
The amazing relationships I have built with the AToL team, clients, and casino staff are some that I hope to have for life!
In addition, you are able to see these clients outside of the casino as well so it is an excellent opportunity to grow your private business.
Possibly the only negative is that it can be hard on your body. Be prepared to be aware of and practice the best body mechanics you possibly can with chair massage.
As contractors, the position is very much what you make of it. If you thrive in a fast paced and social environment, are comfortable meeting and talking to lots of new people, and have a strong work ethic… it can be very, very profitable. 

Management communication could be improved, as responses from leadership (particularly Makelle and Courtney) sometimes come across as unprofessional in tone. Additionally, I was often contacted by a lead outside of scheduled work hours, which felt intrusive and unprofessional. Independent contractors are frequently required to stay even during slow periods, and there is a high level of oversight that limits flexibility. ATOP generally appears to prioritize the casino’s perspective over the contractors’. Shifts are typically six hours but can be physically demanding, with limited opportunities for breaks. Overall, the workload, communication style, and level of control do not fully align with the independence or freedom presented during the interview process, and the compensation may not reflect the physical demands of the job.

The only benefit to this job is the money. 
No communication, appreciation or praise. There are no benefits and no perks. Management is only interested in making money and listens to the card house and not to therapists when increasing coverage or setting schedules. 
They have very few therapists to cover shifts so they are constantly asking for people to pick up additional shifts or forcing non issues so they can let people go. Sometimes you are the only person there for the entire day and you field complaints from clients ask to why we can’t keep people hired and that there is never a therapist when you need one. The flip side is you stand for hours with no work because of the ratio of therapist to the work load.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The best part is the fast-paced environment, team collaboration, and the opportunity to build strong relationships while growing professionally.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The most challenging part is managing last-minute schedule changes and ensuring consistent coverage during busy casino hours. However, the team is very supportive, and it has helped me grow in adaptability, communication, and problem-solving.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The culture promotes professionalism while allowing individuals to grow and adapt in a fast-paced setting.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Having access to daily free cafeteria food as a staff member.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Poor chairs contributing to  awful body ergonomic when working.

No designated space for staff 

No actual flexibility In work shifts and work times,  only get what they need covered. 

Lack of respect from staff

Poor communication 

Pay cuts with no explanation and acknowledgement. 


What is a typical day like for you at the company?
6 hour shifts , social and lively atmosphere ,  but-boring repetitive work with no variety an poor body ergonomics,  and just ok money.

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