Support Professional Artists with Disabilities in Glenview

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Please fill out the online application at artsoflife.org/volunteer.

Arts of Life is a nonprofit organization committed to providing high-quality, innovative services for adults with developmental disabilities. Our community is arts-based and focused on the growth of its artists through the creation of a supportive environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Empowering our artists is an important part of The Arts of Life model. You will partner with studio staff to share your specific skill set and technical expertise with the artists in the studio.
• Directly supervise and collaborate with assigned artists, including, but not limited to the following: helping artists to implement their goals, assisting artists with taking out and putting away supplies for their projects, providing technical assistance related to their projects, and assisting studio staff with transportation.
• Assist staff and artists in maintaining the studio and the art, including, but not limited to: brush care, studio upkeep and repair, and cleanup.
• Complete documentation related to happenings in the studio.
• You may also be asked to assist in stretching canvas and matting, framing, and hanging work.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:

• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance
• Solve problems and work with minimal supervision.
• Work in a spirit of cooperation.
• Show initiative, dedication, and creativity.
• Have a consistently positive and resilient attitude
• Be able to assist all individuals served by Arts to Life, Inc. studio

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years of age or over
• Comfortable working with a diverse community
• Fully vaccinated
• Able to pass a background check