Program Facilitator & Outreach Coordinator

Art Impact Project; Michigan; On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Art Impact Project seeks a Part-Time Program Facilitator and Outreach Coordinator to support daily operations, facilitate arts-based wellness sessions, and lead outreach and social media efforts. The role includes data entry, grant research, and event coordination to increase program visibility and engagement.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation to Lake County, IL, 10–20 hours weekly, and availability Tue/Thu with occasional evenings and Saturdays.

Qualifications

• This role requires a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Part-time availability 10–20 hours per week with Tues/Thurs plus some evenings and Saturdays.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and independence in a community setting.
• Experience or comfort with arts-based, wellness programming is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide program support and facilitation for arts-based wellness sessions.
• Coordinate outreach, events, and volunteer activities and maintain communications.
• Assist with flyer/poster creation and social media content.
• Support grant research, tracking, data entry, and documentation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Social media management

Graphic design with Canva

Data entry and spreadsheets

Public speaking / presentations

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Some college or 3 years related experience

Tools

Canva

Social media platforms

G Suite / email tools

Job description

About Art Impact Project

Mission - Enhance emotional wellness through creative expression

Vision - To create opportunities for all to cope and hope through the impact of art

Art Impact Project (AIP) partners with Lake County schools, community centers, and service providers focused on recovery, gun violence prevention, detention, and specific communities such as justice-involved individuals, veterans, LGBTQ+, and others to offer non-clinical therapeutic art programming at partner locations. We facilitate art-based wellness projects in small group settings and guide the sharing of thoughts and emotions revealed through artmaking. We serve youth ages 11+ through senior adults with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences providing safe non-judgmental spaces for self-exploration and sharing. Our programs support self-awareness, self-management, social-awareness, relational skills, and responsible decision-making often leading to greater confidence, empathy, and a sense of belonging.

Position Overview

The Part-Time Program Facilitator and Outreach Coordinator supports day-to-day program operations and facilitation, community outreach, and provides administrative support including data entry, documentation, and grant research and tracking. This role is essential for ensuring programming and operations runs smoothly, participants are engaged, and the organization’s work is visible through outreach, social media, and community events.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Program Support and Facilitation (approx. 50%)

• Maintain, organize, and prepare supplies and deliver them to and from scheduled programming and events
• Facilitate arts-based wellness programming sessions with participants up to a few times per week
• Collect participant registration and survey feedback at each program to support program evaluation and grant reporting
• Take photos for social media and other communications
• Support coordination of volunteer activities as needed

Outreach, Community Engagement, and Digital Content (Approx. 25%)

• Assist with volunteer email communications coordination
• Maintain a consistent, welcoming and inclusive tone in all communications
• Table at community events, festivals, and partner gatherings
• Assist with creation of flyer, poster, and social media designs
• Assist with social media management and posting
• Represent the organization professionally through outreach opportunities

Administration and Grant Support (Approx. 25%)

• Conduct grant research and track upcoming grant opportunities in spreadsheet
• Perform additional administrative tasks as needed to support program and outreach goals, including data entry, data updates, documentation, and record keeping

Qualifications

Required

• Hold a valid driver’s license
• Own reliable car with access for program and outreach duties in Lake County, IL
• Ability to work 10-20 hours per week
• Must be available Tuesdays and Thursdays with occasional evenings and Saturdays for scheduled programs and events
• Excellent communication and presentations skills (written and verbal)
• Comfortable facilitating programming with diverse community members
• Proficiency with digital tools (email, social media, spreadsheets)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional demeanor and commitment to the organization’s mission
• Some college, or a minimum of three years equivalent work experience

Preferred

• Spanish and English bilingual ability (speaking, reading, and writing)
• Experience with arts-based, mental health, or wellness programmingExperience with graphic design, Canva, and social media management
• Experience recording and editing short video content

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work will be performed in office, partner facilities, and event settings (locations include, but are not limited to, Grayslake, North Chicago, and Highwood)
• Role includes lifting, carrying, and organizing supplies (up to 25 lbs)
• Requires travel between office, program sites, and event locations
• Must be able to climb stairs, stand, walk, and engage with participants for extended periods

Terms of Employment:

This is a part-time temporary role that will run September 2026 - June 2027, with potential for extension or conversion to a permanent role, based performance and business needs.

Compensation:

$22-25