Benefits:

Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
401(k)
401(k) matching
Company parties
Dental insurance
Free food & snacks
Tuition assistance

Evergreen Life Services is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

Position Description: Art Supervisor
Reports To: Executive Director
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Job Summary

Responsible for implementing art projects and designs. Additionally, providing direct support to people
served.

Essential Job Functions:

Ensure the health and welfare of the individuals supervised and assist individuals, encourage creativity and teach techniques.
Must have the ability to learn various art genres and design skills (e.g. sewing, ceramics, glass) and learn to work with numerous materials in order to teach a range of art and design styles.
Plan and execute art, design and other visual elements.
Develop and nurture strong relationships with vendors and consignment agencies to facilitate the sale of individual artworks.
Actively engage with art festivals and other relevant venues to showcase and promote artistic works. This includes identifying, attending, and enrolling in events that support the work of the individuals.
Teach hands-on activities and demonstrations.
Possess “can do” attitude, innate sensibility for quality customer service, and a positive upbeat personality
Provide thorough and detail-oriented quality to all work.
Ability to introduce a variety of new art or craft techniques.
Complete all required documentation in accordance with applicable state agency(ies) and
Evergreen Presbyterian Ministries, Inc. policies and procedures
Implement behavioral and other programs as trained and requested.
Assist individuals with their goals as outlined in their plan of care document(s).
Identify potential behavior triggers and defuse or redirect as needed to ensure safety and well-being of all involved.
Administer medication as needed.

Core Competencies

Acting Strategically: Identifies key issues and relationships relevant to achieving goals, and commits to a course of action to accomplish goals based on known and unknown variables. Develops priorities with the right balance of short and long-term considerations.
Championing Stakeholder Needs: Provides timely and professional service to internal and external stakeholders, is responsive to the needs and requests of those we serve, is always courteous and professional, and considers the impact on others when making decisions.
Communicating Effectively: Share information. Listens and involves others. Conveys ideas in a manner that engages others and helps them understand and retain the message.
Delivering High-Quality Work: Makes sure responsibilities central to the role meet all requirements and expectations. Finishes tasks promptly and critically reviews work for accuracy and quality. Consider the impact of work on others.
Prioritizing and Organizing Work: Allocates time and attention based on what is most important to achieve key goals and objectives. Effectively organizes and balances tasks and priorities to keep multiple projects on track.

Qualifications/Experience/Job Knowledge

High School diploma. Some college preferred and/or prior art training or class work in a recognized art program.
Bachelor’s degree in an art-related field required.
Ability to learn basic computer skills (i.e., turn on/off, log in/out, input data, approve timesheet).
Prior work in a non-profit atmosphere and experience with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are preferred.
A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions.

Physical Requirements

Constantly moves about to coordinate work.
Regularly works in a fast-paced environment with multiple task deadlines.
Regularly moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions.
Constantly alert and observant during working hours.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or medical conditions to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Will supervise.

Special Requirements

Represent Evergreen in public in a fashion that would reflect credibility and professionalism on the organization.
Desire to work with people with disabilities and enhance their quality of life
Function successfully in stressful situations
Demonstrate high moral standards so as to be a positive role model for individuals
Complete all orientation and on the job training prior to starting work
Work assigned shifts as required by management
Attend all training classes as required

Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office applications.
Working knowledge of Google Workspace.
Aptitude to learn other software programs as required for this position.

Employment Variables

Must have a good driving record that meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation.
Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
Availability for evening and weekend work may be required based on operational needs.

Working Environment

Typical office setting.

Compensation: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Evergreen Life Services

I want more than just a job.
I want to make a difference in people’s lives.
I want to make a difference in my community.

We want to make a difference too. Working at Evergreen Life Services isn’t just a job; it’s a rewarding career. Sometimes that reward is a smile or a song from a resident, sometimes it’s the reward of knowing you helped a resident to learn daily life skills, like setting a table or preparing a meal. It could be watching a resident make beautiful artwork in one of our studios. Every day you will have opportunities to help those with intellectual or physical disabilities feel that they are a part of a community that cares.

Whether you provide direct care in our adult day care or in a group home, or you serve in a support or corporate office role, you will be an important part of the Evergreen team.

We have nearly 2000 employees and more than 1100 individuals served in seven states, including Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Florida.

If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, at Evergreen Life Services you will change lives. Every employee is a valuable part of the team, because at Evergreen, everyone matters.

Evergreen, in it's mission is to serve, provide for and champion individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is looking for qualified, caring individuals to work with us.