JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Art Therapists/Social Workers (Part-time, Temporary)

Monmouth Arts is seeking experienced Art Therapists/Social Workers for the Creative Expressions Arts & Wellness Program.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Well-versed in a variety of modalities (visual art, dance, writing, and music).
Conduct art lessons (typically or or two hours in length) that are developmentally appropriate, focused on the whole student, and build social-emotional learning as much as skills.
Work with Creative Expressions Coordinator and Teaching Artist to develop outlines and lesson plans that embody the goals of Monmouth Arts.
Communicate with administrators, teachers, students, and staff regarding the progress/status of the art program.
Provides interventions that increase emotional support to students during identified stress points to facilitate adaptive coping.
Other responsibilities include attending professional development sessions, assessments, meeting with the Creative Expressions Coordinator, and performing other duties as needed.

Qualifications:

A minimum of three years of teaching experience working as a mental health professional.
Must possess the ability to provide clear and appropriate content with special consideration to the unique abilities of participants of all ages and demographics, both individually and as a group.
Possess a charismatic personality and motivate participants to enjoy themselves and feel inspired.
Must have the strong ability to lead programs with cultural competence and sensitivity.
Reliable and punctual
Confident in working with children and teens
Ability to work effectively in a team
Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus

Other:

Willingness to travel to sites in Monmouth County
A car or other reliable mode of transportation is a must

A background check is required for employment
Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19

How to apply: Send an email with the subject line Creative Expressions and attach a cover letter and resume to Devan Brash, Creative Expressions Coordinator, at artsandwellness@monmoutharts.org.

Teaching Artists (Part-time, Temporary)

Monmouth Arts is seeking experienced teaching artists for our Creative Expressions Arts & Wellness Program in the disciplines of dance (all types), music, drumming, writing, and visual arts who are committed to working with children and teenagers in Monmouth County.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Conduct art lessons (typically one or two hours in length) that are developmentally appropriate with a focus on the whole student and build social-emotional learning as much as skills.
Must possess the ability to provide clear and appropriate content with special consideration to the unique abilities of participants of all ages and demographics, both individually and as a group.
Must possess strong presentation skills and connect with a diverse audience.

Work with Creative Expressions Coordinator and Art Therapist/Health Professional to develop an outline and lesson plans that embody the goals of Monmouth Arts.
Prepare and conduct culminating events, when appropriate.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in the arts or arts-related field, or equivalent experience
Demonstrate expertise working as a professional artist for at least three years.

Teaching experience with diverse age groups and educational settings

A foundational understanding of social-emotional learning

Strong classroom management skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Willingness to attend meetings and complete paperwork in addition to teaching classes.

Possess a charismatic personality and motivate participants to enjoy themselves and feel inspired.
Ability to work effectively in a team
Must have the strong ability to lead programs with cultural competence and sensitivity.
Reliable and punctual
Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus

Other:

Willingness to travel to sites in Monmouth County
A car or reliable mode of transportation is a must

A background check is required for employment
Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19

How to apply: Send an email with the subject line Creative Expressions and attach a cover letter and resume to Devan Brash, Creative Expressions Coordinator, at artsandwellness@monmoutharts.org.

Social Media & Marketing Intern

The Social Media & Marketing Intern will assist the team in promoting Monmouth Arts and the organization's members. They will create and edit weekly e-blasts, curate content for social media, track analytics, assist with website maintenance, and complete other office work as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates with a career focus on marketing, public relations, communications, and graphic design
Current enrollment in Associates, Bachelors or Masters degree program (or in a specialized High School program)
Strong understanding of social media platforms
Basic design skills and moderate understanding of Adobe Creative Suite
Interest in and enthusiasm for the arts

Regular Duties:

Create content for social media
Track engagement analytics across social media and email
Proof and edit press releases and other marketing materials
Help curate and edit Get Out & Get Art and Opportunities in the Arts weekly e-blasts
Act as an ambassador for Monmouth Arts, supporting our marketing campaigns online and on the ground by following us on social media, sharing our content, and recruiting other ambassadors
Work occasional events at Monmouth Arts, when appropriate

There is a stipend available for this internship, and school credit can be obtained through your institution (high school or college) with the necessary paperwork. Approximately 10-12 hours per week, schedule to be discussed. Monmouth Arts regular operating hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position is currently remote or hybrid.

How to apply: Send an email with the subject line Social Media & Marketing Intern and attach a cover letter and resume to Connie Isbell, Director of Membership & Community Engagement, at connie@monmoutharts.org.

This policy states Monmouth Arts position on discrimination as an Equal Opportunity Employer. This policy applies to all Monmouth Arts employees, volunteers, members, clients, and contractors. Monmouth Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Monmouth Arts are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), atypical cellular or blood trait, age, physical or mental ability, unemployment status (with respect to job advertisements), veteran status, military obligations, marital, and domestic partnership or civil union status. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to hiring, recruitment, internal promotions, placement, selection, training, access to benefits, opportunities for advancement, discipline, terminations, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, compensation, outside vendors, members and customers, service clients, use of contractors and consultants, and dealings with the general public. The organization will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary and where required by law so long as the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the business. Monmouth Arts strongly urges the reporting of all instances of discrimination and harassment, and prohibits retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination, harassment or participates in an investigation of such report. Appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including immediate termination, will be taken against any employee who violates this policy.