Oakwood Creative Care: The mission of Oakwood Creative Care "Clubs" is to enhance the quality of life and spark joy in older adults with cognitive and physical challenges through expressive art workshops, fitness, history classes, storytelling, music, dance and wellness including: nursing oversight, personal care assistance, medication support, nutrition counseling, support groups, and education.

Our Culture |Values: We exist to make a difference and have fun doing it. We believe in creating and sharing joy. With a “coaching” leadership style, we practice open and real communication and we constantly innovate and take risks to achieve our mission.

Position Summary: The Musician uses their unique art form, talents, and passions to create and facilitate interactive and instruction-based classes using the latest trends and techniques to unleash creativity, develop interpersonal skills, reduce depression, increase self-esteem, and create an inclusive community.

The Music Teacher will:

Develop and teach “classes” that aligns with musical talents and interests
Encourages club members to acquire new skills and become engaged by redirecting and scaling classes to best meet individual needs
Facilitate music history classes, exercise classes, or small group sessions based on interests of members
Participate in the development of care plans and progress notes
Provide daily operation support
Provide restroom assistance ranging from verbal cueing to physical support
Encourage and help members transition from class to class throughout the day
Greet and assist members upon arrival/departure
Assist in preparing and serving lunch/snacks

SKILLS/EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REQUIREMENTS

Talents, Passions, or Interests in one or more areas such as: Musical in areas that translate to singing, playing instruments, leading drumming circles, etc.

The passion and ability to teach others in a group and individual setting

A contagious interactive and charismatic personality

Positive interpersonal and communication skills

Organizational and self-management skills to effectively handle multiple responsibilities

Strong planning, execution and problem- solving skills

High School Graduate or equivalent

Must have current DPS clearance and pass a background check

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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