Artist Development & Employment Coach

Community Integrated Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Integrated Services is hiring a coach for the Customized Employment Team to assist artists and artisans in creating and selling artwork. You will support studio practice, packaging, branding, website development, and exhibitions, while helping to develop sales opportunities.

The ideal candidate has an artistic or craft practice and a strong network within the Philadelphia arts community. Responsibilities span customized and traditional coaching teams to best serve participants.

Qualifications

• Interview responses will be evaluated.
• Creativity and flexibility are important for coaching artists.
• Organization and time management are essential to handle schedules and tasks.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle flexible work arrangements.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time-sensitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Review participant files before shifts.
• Provide travel training as needed to CIS offices or employment sites.
• Collaborate with team members and other CIS departments to support participants.
• Maintain detailed on-site performance records with daily notes.
• Report schedules and changes promptly to the scheduler.
• Follow schedules and alert for changes.
• Read and respond to CIS emails and texts promptly.
• Participate in scheduled meetings.
• Train other coaches at job sites when needed.
• Report unusual incidents or concerns immediately.
• Pursue ongoing training to expand skills.

Skills

Creativity

Organization

Communication

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or MFA or arts experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, SharePoint)

Job description

Community Integrated Services is hiring a coach for the Customized Employment Team to assist artists and artisans in creating and selling artwork. You will support studio practice, packaging, branding, website development, and exhibitions, while helping to develop sales opportunities.

The ideal candidate has an artistic or craft practice and a strong network within the Philadelphia arts community. Responsibilities span customized and traditional coaching teams to best serve participants.