Facilitator
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Click the link below to learn how Howard Center helps change lives: Exhibition and Community Outreach Facilitator Manage all aspects of art exhibitions for Howard Center's Arts Collective, including print/digital material to promote events, and strengthens outreach to the Burlington community. The Howard Center Arts Collective is an alternative arts program that promotes wellness, self-esteem, and dignity of people living with mental illness and substance use challenges. It does this by creating a safe and nurturing space for participants to make art, exchange ideas and learn new techniques; by facilitating a supportive connection between artists, and mounting group art exhibitions at local museums, galleries and other public spaces. Responsibilities: Manage all aspects of exhibitions (approximately 6 per year), including collaborating with gallery/business owners, developing 'calls for submissions', working with artists to prepare their work, and coordinating/executing installations Oversee and participate in pick-up and returns of artwork to/from artists, create labels, and facilitate the sales of artwork for each exhibition. Graphic design and content creation of community outreach and exhibitions materials Provide one-on-one direct support to clients in various settings, including transportation on occasion Conduct trainings with artists teaching them to mat, frame and prepare their work for professional exhibitions Strengthen community outreach to the Burlington community by distributing promotional materials, making presentations to community partners and setting up referral mechanisms Requirements: Four years' combination of experience, skills and/or education in related fields A combination of skills, experience and/or training with managing art exhibitions Driver's License with acceptable driving record Previous experience providing direct support to vulnerable populations Training or experience in graphic design Structure: Part time, 12 hrs/wk Union position Starting at $20.12 an hour Benefits: Employee Assistance Program Employee referral program with financial payment Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED Retirement through 401(k) Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more! Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence. Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit About Us to review Howard Center's EOE policy.