Visual Arts & Programs Coordinator

Brief Description

At Westminster Canterbury of Richmond, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on residents and families. You’ll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other!

• A comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, life insurance, disability insurance and 403B retirement savings with company match.
• Work Life Balance
• On‑Site Amenities – gym, fitness classes, Chesapeake Bank Branch, Employee Dining Room with discounted meals, and an award‑winning Child Development Center with a generous employee discount for both full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Educational Assistance – tuition reimbursement for both full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Paid Time Off – can be earned by both full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Branch – access your earnings ahead of payday.

• Knowledge of studio arts and gallery coordination.
• Ability to plan, develop, implement, publicize and evaluate visual art programs, events, art exhibits, resident and professional programming, and some recreational programming.
• Ability to manage financial accounts and basic revenue/expense bookkeeping.
• Ability to manage volunteers and contract employees.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills and ability to speak publicly in front of large or small groups.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Photoshop and Adobe Suite.
• Knowledge of and ability to use and/or oversee art, craft and woodworking equipment, safety procedures, facilities and exhibit spaces.
• Ability to make decisions and choices independently.
• Ability to deal tactfully with residents, staff, contracted instructors, venue personnel, visitors and the general public.
• Ability to lead and motivate residents to explore new experiences to enhance quality of life.
• Familiarity with recreational and art resources/artists/arts educators in the Richmond area.

• Experience coordinating and developing arts programming.
• Experience executing art exhibits.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation or related field, or combination education and experience to fulfill the requirements of the position.
• Experience working in recreation, arts or related field.
• CPR, AED and First Aid Certification.

• Active participation in a professional organization or association related to recreation/arts/education.
• Experience planning arts workshops, exhibits, programs and events.
• Experience working in a retirement community.

• Exhibit excellent customer service and interpersonal skills: patience, compassion, tactfulness, and flexibility.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on objective analysis of a situation when under pressure and/or adverse conditions.
• Embrace and show compassion through patience with and understanding of residents.
• Create a high‑performance work environment in which staff works together to complete tasks.
• Identify and challenge work processes and work toward continuous quality improvements; contribute new ideas and methods for improvement.

• Plan, develop, coordinate, publicize and evaluate visual art and woodshop programs, classes and exhibits and events appropriate to current and future resident interests and their changing needs.
• Teach and instruct classes in the absence of instructors or to teach particular techniques.
• Coordinate the contract art instructors’ hiring, supervision and compensation for instruction of weekly classes and workshops.
• Assess recreation visual arts expenses to include supplies, trips, programs, events, exhibits, supply fees and equipment; work closely with supervisor and Foundation staff to utilize resources available to bring quality creative opportunities to Westminster Canterbury Richmond.
• Execute the annual Fall Craft Fair and/or other…