ArtWorks Program Associate, Family and Community Medicine

The University of Arizona • Tucson, AZ

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sonoran Center of Excellence in Disabilities’ ArtWorks program is seeking an Outreach Instructional Assistant II, also known as an ArtWorks Program Associate. Under the direction of the ArtWorks Director, the associate provides guidance, education, and life-skills and personal-care instruction to participants in the Division of Developmental Disabilities program. The role supports activities that help participants live self-directed, healthy, and meaningful lives through arts-based programming.

This is a part-time, 20-hour-per-week position based on the Tucson Campus. The associate must be physically present at the work site; online and hybrid arrangements are not available. The position pays $16.50–$18.75 per hour and is eligible for full benefits. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Ability to move around and support the safety of artists who may have mobility or balance difficulties.
• Ability to support and respect the communication preferences and expressions of artists with disabilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a group environment.
• Ability to be physically present at the work site; online or hybrid work is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Prior experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and instruction in group expressive-art and art-based vocational activities that support communication, community participation, self-expression, and personal-care skills.
• Create and support expressive-arts activity plans for adults with developmental disabilities, aligned with program objectives and individual needs.
• Deliver sessions that help participants develop personal-care skills, including hygiene and cleanliness.
• Facilitate communication among participants and foster a positive learning environment inside and outside studio activities.
• Maintain an accessible, safe, and orderly physical environment.
• Communicate and meet regularly with the ArtWorks Director and program coordinator.
• Provide program assistance to student volunteers, interns, and workers.
• Accompany participants and the Director on visits to educational programs through the University CUP Program in the College of Medicine, supporting medical-student exposure to engaging with individuals with disabilities.
• Assist the ArtWorks Director and Program Coordinator in developing and implementing seasonal and social events, including exhibits, musical and theatrical productions, and other public events.
• Support the safety of artists who may have mobility or balance difficulties and anticipate environmental hazards.
• Respect and support artists’ communication preferences and expressions.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Life insurance and disability programs.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members.
• State retirement plan.
• Access to UA recreation and cultural activities.
• Other University of Arizona benefits and work-life programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED