About the Role
The Art Specialist plays a meaningful role in enhancing residents’ lives through creative expression, engagement, and community at The Osborn, a premier senior living community committed to person‑centered care and a supportive work environment.
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead engaging art activities for individuals and groups
- Adapt projects to meet residents’ cognitive, physical, and emotional needs
- Encourage creativity, self‑expression, and social interaction
- Collaborate with the Life Enrichment and interdisciplinary teams
- Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming activity space
- Track participation and manage art supplies
- Build positive, respectful relationships with residents and families
Requirements
- Background in art, fine arts, art therapy, or a related field (degree preferred)
- Experience working with older adults or in a healthcare or senior living environment is a plus
- Creative, organized, and compassionate approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently while being a collaborative team member
- Ability to stand, sit, and move throughout the community
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to communicate clearly in English, with or without reasonable accommodations
Skills
- Art
- Fine Arts
- Art Therapy
- Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
Location
- Rye, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Education Level
- Degree preferred in art, fine arts, art therapy, or a related field
Salary/Compensations
- $27.34 per hour
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Consistent daytime schedule with predictable hours
- Mission-driven, resident‑centered culture
- Supportive and collaborative team
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day
About the Company
- Located on a beautiful 56‑acre campus in Rye, NY, The Osborn is a premier senior living community committed to person‑centered care and a supportive work environment.
Equal Opportunity
- The Osborn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
