Since its establishment in 1941, the Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art at Indiana University (IU) has grown from a small university teaching collection into one of the foremost university art museums in the country. A preeminent teaching museum, its internationally acclaimed collection includes more than 45,000 objects representing nearly every art-producing culture throughout history. Collection areas include African art, ancient art, Asian art, global contemporary art, European and American Art, Indigenous art, Oceanic art, and prints, drawings, and photography.
Job Summary
The Arts-based Wellness Experiences Manager (WXM) is responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of art therapy-informed wellness experiences anchored on the Eskenazi Museum of Art's outstanding collection of art. Additionally, the WXM advocates accessibility for visitors with a variety of wellness needs.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
Plans, executes, and evaluates arts-based wellness programs for children, youth, and adults in line with the ethical standards of the field and the museum's strategic plan.
Immerses participants in the creative process for self-expression, stress-reduction, learning, and healing. Connects looking and talking experiences in the museum¿s galleries to art making activities.
Oversees and develops activities for the museum's Wellness Room.
Manages annual IU student scholarship competition in cooperation with IU Health Hospital.
Tracks attendance and evaluation data.
Develops and manages wellness program budgets.
Maintains an orderly art studio; inventories and orders art supplies as needed.
Advocates for visitors and potential visitors with a variety of wellness needs.
Fosters relationships with university services and external organizations related to wellness.
Keeps records on staff training for special audiences, such as dementia care certification.
General Responsibilities
Directs and administrates health promotion marketing.
Plans health and wellness programming in collaboration with various department, campus, and university liaisons.
Utilizes data to assess the needs of programming and assesses programming outcomes.
Contributes to committees and staff training as a subject matter expert.
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
Master's degree in art therapy or related field
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
3 years in related field
Preferred
Background working with children/youth and adults, preferable in therapy setting
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Preferred
Uphold licensure as qualified art therapist
SKILLS
Required
Motivated to work with diverse audiences
Proficient communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Preferred
Proficiency in multiple languages, including ASL, is preferred, as it enables seamless communication
Collaborates with our diverse clientele
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to move up to 15 pounds, and also have the ability to monitor programs and respond quickly to need of clients, guests, and security. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Occasional evening and/or weekend work required.
Additional Information
This position is full-time, 12-months-a-year.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
This is in-person position
Advertised Salary
Up to $58,000 per year per year based on education and experience.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Career
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: Health Services
Job Family: Health & Wellness Services
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