Music/Arts Activities Coordinator

Chesapeake Treatment Centers • Parkville, MD

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About The Position

Chesapeake Treatment Center, Inc. is a 29-bed residential treatment center for adolescent and young adult males in Parkville, Maryland, near Towson. The center provides treatment for adolescents and young adults experiencing complex mental health, sexualized behaviors, trauma, substance abuse, gang involvement, and related issues. Its programs are accredited by the Joint Commission (JCAHO).

The Music/Arts Activities Coordinator uses creative art forms—including music, dance, art, drama, and writing—as therapeutic tools. The role helps clients explore and express emotions, supports healing and personal growth, and provides a safe space for processing complex feelings through creative expression. The schedule is flexible and may include afternoons, nights, and weekends; Saturday from 12–9 p.m. is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to work two days per month on weekends.
• Previous education and/or experience instructing art and/or music, writing or recording music, or working with an at-risk population.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to work as a self-starter and as part of a high-performance team.
• Flexibility to work when needed.
• Availability for the required Saturday shift from 12–9 p.m.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Use music, dance, art, drama, and writing as therapeutic tools to help clients explore and express emotions.
• Provide a safe space for clients to process complex feelings through creative expression and support healing and personal growth.
• Collaborate with the Department of Juvenile Justice.
• Collaborate with unit staff.
• Provide crisis intervention.
• Demonstrate understanding and sensitivity when serving a culturally diverse and/or special-needs population.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time