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At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.
This Art Specialist will:
- Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate art activities for patients and families in a variety of inpatient and clinic areas for individual and/or group settings.
- Prepare and provide appropriate art materials and resources for patients or families with complex medical, behavioral, and developmental needs to explore artistic skill and understanding of the arts.
- Document and communicate patient and family interactions to support the artistic interests and skills of patients and families throughout their hospitalization.
- Delegate routine tasks to assigned students and interns as needed.
- Collaborate with Senior Art Specialist and interdisciplinary team to prepare art curriculum and content for sessions and workshops available to patients, staff, and families.
To qualify, you must have:
- Basic knowledge of the foundations and principles of Art practice across multiple modalities (i.e., visual arts, multimedia, graphic design, performing arts, etc.).
- At least a year of experience working with patients and families with some teaching experience in Art.
- General knowledge of computers.
- Excellent communication skills in order to effectively deal with conflicting views or issues and mediate fair solutions, and well developed writing skills.
Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
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Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).
Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.