Studio Assistant

At Fountain House, we believe in the power of community to transform the lives of individuals with serious mental illness. Every day, thousands of members choose to come to Fountain House to contribute their talents, learn new skills, access opportunities, and form friendships. Members and staff operate successful employment, education, wellness programs and work as partners to perform all the functions that keep our community going. The Fountain House model has been replicated in more than 300 locations in 30 countries and 32 states and currently serves more than 100,000 people with mental illness worldwide. As originators of this approach, we provide leadership by constantly advancing the practice and by leading the conversation around mental health recovery. As a result, Fountain House has created a comprehensive Community System of Care. This includes Clubhouses in Manhattan, the Bronx, Hollywood, California and Care Management, Home and Community-Based Services and a large housing program ranging from 24 hour supervised residences to scattered site supported apartments. We are committed to reducing social isolation, advocating for mental health policy change, and driving solutions that empower our members.

As the Director of the Young Adult Connections Center and Community Housing Team (YACCCHT). You will shape and lead an innovative program that bridges housing stability, mental health recovery, and community integration for young adults living with serious mental illness.

The Studio Assistant's role is to provide administrative support for the Studio Director, Studio Assistants and Studio Artists. All artists are Fountain House members. (Individuals living with mental illness).

Shift: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 11am to 7pm and Thursday 12pm to 8pm.

Location: LIC Studio Space

$22.93 per hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interfacing with members: Informing them of services at Fountain House/Gallery, i.e. job development, portfolio management and providing information about programming
• Assisting with answering phones and coordinating outreach to members in conjunction with studio staff
• Creating, overseeing and maintaining database and statistical information for studio
• Assisting with coordinating and planning field trips, workshops and studio open house events
• Assisting with and/or creating social network presence for studio
• Working with Communications Director re Outreach for events to public
• Outreach re events to Fountain House Community
• Working with studio assistants and studio director to engage artists as applicable
• Helping with maintenance of studio; ordering housekeeping supplies and ensuring members keep the workspaces clean and functional
• Assisting in ensuring the studio is well equipped
• Creating and maintaining studio accountings spreadsheets
• Assisting with planning and implementation of long-term studio goals as outlined in Strategic Plan
• Partner with gallery as needed
• Collaborate with FH tech support as needed

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• 1-2 years' experience working with individuals with serious mental illness and or/hands on experience working in an art or community setting preferred
• Instagram, Facebook, and Social Media Platforms

REQUIRED AND PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CREDENTIALS

• Bachelor's Degree or higher required, Art Education Preferred
• Experience: Administrative Asst., Art Gallery Preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and meet all physical requirements satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.