Studio Art Specialist

About the role

The Studio Art Specialist provides leadership in the planning and implementation of services in a group-based vocational art program setting geared towards work in partnership with artists and staff to improve artistic skills and self-determination within the studios. This position will exercise significant judgment and initiative in art and production in the art world with individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists, teaches, and supervises artists in all areas.
• Provide coverage/assistance, as needed to support opening and closing of facility, daily coverage responsibilities.
• Leads exhibition schedule, theme & timeline for in-house shows.
• Selects artwork, oversees framing, presentation, and installation.
• Participates in monthly staff meetings, trainings, and supervision.
• Completes daily note keeping.
• Maintains ongoing communication with supervisor and co-workers to promote the reliable functioning of the art studio.
• Affords coverage for modality curriculum for studios.
• Oversees product development and critique in all studios.
• Oversees and implements teaching strategies that are productive and appropriate for artists.
• Supports facilitators as needed in the above areas.
• Commissions pieces (direct correspondence & delegation).
• Affords assistance, training, and support to new facilitators/job coaches when hired.
• Structures monthly facilitator meeting with specific agenda, timelines, etc.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization in studio daily.
• Works at annual events during evenings, as assigned.
• Promotes a supportive and empowering service environment in which artists learn to advocate for themselves, make their own choices, take risks, and assume additional responsibilities within the Art Studios.
• Collaborates with staff on specific projects.

Qualifications

• Typical Requirements: Knowledge of Art, Art History, Outside Art History, skills in art production, studio art center standards and practices. One to three years of experience in human services field required. Prior experience teaching strongly preferred.
• Preferred /Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in art or art therapy preferred. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices and fundamentals in studio art.
• Ability to act as a positive role model for work and learning.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of documentation requirements.
• Knowledge and use of different learning and communication styles.
• Knowledge of participatory planning techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity.
• Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment.
• Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues.
• Knowledge of human, legal, civil rights, community, and other resources.

About Vinfen

Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut.

My Job. My Community. My Vinfen

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.