Creative Arts Instructor

Perley Health; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Ottawa is seeking a Visual Artist to enhance residents' quality of life through creative arts therapies. The role involves designing personalized art programs, supervising activities, and collaborating with staff to meet individual needs. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor of Fine Arts or equivalent experience, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our residents through art and creativity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience dealing with elderly and physically/mentally challenged individuals.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and activities tailored to residents' needs.
• Plan and organize therapeutic activities based on resident assessments.
• Supervise volunteers and manage materials for programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Knowledge of aging process

Team player

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Studio Arts Degree

Tools

Power tools

Kilns

Musical instruments

Computer skills

Photography

Video equipment

Job description

• Visual Artists maintain a high level of proficiency and skill in a number of arts areas, such as printmaking, woodworking, pottery, photography, textiles, and other visual art therapies
• Provide instruction to residents through activities that are responsive to their needs
• Assess individual interests and capabilities
• Design and adapt tools, therapies, programs and activities to meet resident's individual needs. Work with physical environment, body position, accessibility to work surface, tools, lighting, noise issues, and adaptations to equipment
• Provide opportunities through residents' choice for personal growth in decision making, enhancement of social skills, stimulation and creativity
• Address information concerning residents from nursing and other staff to address residents needs
• Visit residents, recruit participants, and porter them to/from studio and program areas.
• Set up, dismantle, and manage materials and equipment for programs and central activities.
• Plan and organize activities, events, and therapies based on resident records, interviews, and referrals; provide care conference reports as needed.
• Supervise and collaborate with volunteers, students, and interns.
• Document attendance, statistical information, RAI data, and progress in PointClickCare.
• Attend meetings, including multidisciplinary committees, and contribute to collaborative planning for large-scale events.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, WHMIS, MSDS monitoring, and address safety issues.
• Order and procure supplies, materials, and equipment as authorized.
• Prepare for sessions through research and support facility functions with displays, decorations, and other tasks.
• Feeding residents as required
• Provide assistance with resident care during meals and other duties as assigned.
• Bachelor of Fine Arts or Studio Arts Degree with a Teaching Certificate or equivalent professional experience, eg. practicing artist/teacher.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Team player
• Knowledge of aging process
• Experience in dealing with people (specifically the frail, elderly, and physically/mentally challenged)
• Ability to problem solve
• Familiarity and competence with power tools/kilns/musical instruments and any instrument, tool or equipment used.
• Computer skills
• Competence in photography, and video, as applicable.