Art and Wellness Specialist

Job Overview: IRC is seeking an Art & Wellness Specialist to offer art & wellness group sessions in summer 2024. Primary responsibilities for the Art & Wellness Specialist will be in developing and implementing curricula for psychosocial support and art groups, as well as facilitating these sessions with clients.

The Specialist will also be responsible for organizing and recruiting clients to participate in the groups, and in organizing group logistics. The specialist will organize two art & wellness group cohorts with 10 participants each, and each cohort will include 4 sessions. At the end of the 4 sessions, participants from both cohorts will be invited to display their artwork at a public exhibit, which will be organized by the Art & Wellness Specialist.

Major Responsibilities:

• Plan and facilitate 2 art & wellness psychosocial support groups, each with 4 sessions (a total of 8 sessions)
• Plan and design curriculum for support groups, organize art materials to be ordered for groups, and recruit participants
• Document program activities through case notes and data entry.
• Plan and organize art exhibit at end of the 4 sessions
• Other duties, as required.

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to: Mental Health Program Manager

Position Supervises: N/A

Indirect Reporting: Senior Manager for Health and Wellness

Other Internal and/or External Contacts:

Internal: Members of IRC’s SASIC and Mental Health Teams, other IRC teams

External: Partner organizations (e.g. Iraqi Community Association and Kent Library)

Job Requirements:

• Background in art and ability to facilitate art groups and teach art to a diverse audience of participants
• Excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to multi-task, prioritize duties and manage time effectively.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment.
• Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively across lines of difference with respect to race, gender, ethnicity, language, religion and age.
• Ability to follow strict guidelines of client confidentiality and safeguarding.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with data-tracking systems.
• Commitment to anti-racism and ongoing learning.

Working Environment:

Flexible hybrid office environment (remote and in-office)

Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

US Benefits: The IRC offers a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. All US employees are eligible for sick time, a 403b retirement savings plans: up to 4.5% immediately vested matching contribution, plus an 3-7% additional IRC contribution, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

In addition, full-time employees are eligible for 10 US paid holidays, 20-25 paid time off days, disability & life insurance, medical, dental, and vision insurance (employee contribution starting at $135, $7, and $5 per month respectively) and FSA for healthcare, childcare, and commuter costs. Part-time employees are eligible for a proportionate amount of paid time off. These additional benefits apply to employees who work at least 6 months within a 12-month time period.