ADAPT Community Network is hiring: Communication Specialist - Art in New York

Description:

Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth.

SUMMARY

Under general direction, is responsible for planning and teaching Art Classes and facilitating participation in community art opportunities in accordance with the needs and preferences of the people we support.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Community Specialist - Art will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Creates lesson plans and conducts art classes at day program sites and in the community.

• Orders and maintains art supplies.

• Assists programs in organizing staffing, transportation and logistics for community-based art activities such as museum and gallery tours, art shows and classes given in conjunction with community partners.

• Creates compelling and attractive flyers to advertise upcoming opportunities.

• Along with the other Art Specialists, works to create a digital database of art created by program participants.

• Ensures that services are rendered to individuals with utmost regard for their personal dignity, privacy and confidentiality.

• Submits artwork and related paperwork for inclusion in art contests and gallery shows.

• Identifies community arts and cultural organizations to collaborate with, and venues for potentially showcasing artwork created by artists.

• Implements universal precautions at all times.

• Participates in in-service training programs as requested.

• Provides supervision and guidance to Direct Support Professionals during art classes and community events.

• Keeps abreast of changes in the field.

• Performs other related duties as requested.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Excellent organization skills and ability to meet deadlines

• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software

• Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, individuals served, employees, parents and outside contacts

• Ability and willingness to travel to various program sites

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree

• At least six months of experience with individuals with disabilities.

COMPENSATION: $19 - $29/hour + industry leading benefits! We also offer a sign-on bonus of $1500!

At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.