Music Coordinator

Oak Leyden•Oak Park, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Music Coordinator to lead and inspire Participants at our Community Day Program for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Your energetic leadership will ensure that all musical experiences are meaningful, inclusive, and aligned with our mission to enrich lives through music. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to blend creativity with leadership while making a positive impact on diverse audiences.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED.
Proven singing and artistic talents.
Must have a valid Illinois Driver’s License.
Ability to be insured under OL vehicle insurance.
Willing and able to drive an agency vehicle and the participants as needed.
Must provide all required acceptable documentation at sign-up.
Ability to interact calmly and effectively with participants with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Ability to maintain professional relationships with all agency staff and management and outside contacts during community excursions.
Must be able to pass the State mandated reading comprehension test, pre-employment screenings, physical with drug screen, TB test, background checks and required trainings.

Nice To Haves

Experience in working with participants with developmental disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Instruct the assigned participants in singing and musical artistic direction.
Ensure active engagement of participants in musical activities.
Plan and set up singing engagement and opportunities for the participants, for example the annual Agency event.
Coordinate with supervisors to ensure participants are prepared for events and activities.
Be available to go with the participants to the events.
Coordinate and plan events with the support and coordination of the CDS Assistant Director and Program Manager.
Ensure that the correct people such as QIDP’s and Home Managers are aware of performance schedules well in advance of the performances.
Monitor program participants during the activities.
Maintain the behavioral expectations of the program for participants assigned for choir.
Give feedback when noise levels are too loud.
Assist participants to remain focused on their singing.
Return participants to their work units when the participants do not comply with directives.
Prepare notification of the performance schedules and required attire to families well in advance of the performances.