Substitute Facilitator

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Substitute Facilitator Job Description

Creative Growth is seeking to add to its pool of on call substitute art facilitators. Substitute
art facilitators help support Creative Growth’s art studio team (onsite and remote classes)
by filling in when art facilitators need time off from work. Client artists in Creative Growth’s
Studio work with a wide range of media to create 2D and 3D artwork, including painting,
drawing, mixed media, ceramics, woodwork, textiles, rugs, and digital media. The program
is designed to provide client artists with opportunities to develop independence,
self-direction, and creative expression while acquiring skills for art making and
professional development. The right candidate will be fully aligned with Creative Growth's
core values of creativity, respect, care, self-expression, and accessibility and commitment to
justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Description

environment that supports client artists’ independent learning, collaboration,
and choice; work with other staff to maintain Studio safety.

• Work cooperatively and professionally with other staff, volunteers, and client

artists.

• Communicate with the Studio staff lead and studio staff to coordinate days you

are scheduled to substitute and what your responsibilities will be that day.

• Maintain client artist confidentiality in compliance with the Health Insurance

Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

• Other duties as assigned by Studio staff lead

• Creative problem solving
• Dedication
• Sound organizational skills
• Collaborative spirit

Qualifications

• Studio art background with a strong foundation in studio basics such as

sketching, drawing and painting, experience utilizing a wide variety of art
materials as well as areas of specialization including but not limited to fiber
art, sculpture (ceramic, wood, etc) and printmaking.

• Familiarity with and desire to implement person-centered principles.
• Self-starter, can work independently, are inventive, and able to multitask.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment, as well as work independently
• Find satisfaction in helping others achieve their goals.
• Enthusiastically committed to the vision, mission, and core values of Creative

mandated by the State of California, Community Care Licensing (CCL) Division,
for all employees of licensed facilities such as Creative Growth: record of
criminal history obtained from California Department of Justice, i.e., clearance
to work in a licensed facility; record of health screening, including negative TB
test results; and current First Aid and CPR certification (Creative Growth will
provide necessary training and cover the cost of acquiring these certifications)

• COVID-19 vaccination and booster or legally valid exemption

Physical and other special requirements:

• This position requires light physical effort. It may include frequent lifting of

up to ten pounds and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. Some bending,
stooping and/or lifting will be required. Considerable walking and standing
for extended periods of time may be involved.

• Creative Growth strives to provide a Trauma Informed environment for all

artists and staff. Each employee of Creative Growth is a mandated reporter
and is responsible for creating trusting and responsive relationships with
artists that nurture their art practices and overall wellness.

• Knowledge of/passion for the fields of contemporary art and disability justice

are a must

• Bilingual and/or ASL a plus!!

• Special Certification mandated by the State of California, California Care Licensing (CCL)

will be required following an employment offer. Creative Growth will provide necessary
training and cover the cost for acquiring certification and testing.

**This role may involve providing emotional care to artists. Providing emotional care is a
reality for most artist-facing positions and is a task shared collectively and only within our
professional or personal boundaries. Professional and educational experiences related to
this type of care are not required; we prioritize and appreciate anyone’s ability to be
authentically kind, understanding, and supportive.

How to Apply:
To apply, please email jobs@creativegrowth.org with a statement of interest/cover letter,
resume, and three professional references with “Substitute Facilitator” in the subject line.
The position will remain open until filled.

Creative Growth is an Equal Opportunity Organization and does not discriminate on the
basis of disability, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity,
sexual orientation, or military status.