Use your artistic skills to inspire and uplift others! We are seeking volunteer art instructors to lead creative activities for residents at our St. Jude Forest Center. Art provides a meaningful outlet to build social connections, reduce anxiety, and explore self-expression in a supportive setting. Volunteers will work with residents ages 55 and older.
What You’ll Do:
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Teach and lead group art activities using a variety of creative mediums.
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Provide encouragement, guidance, and consistency to help residents learn and grow.
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Create a welcoming and supportive environment that fosters creativity and connection.
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Engage positively with residents while supporting their artistic expression.
What Makes a Successful Volunteer?
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Patient, kind, and willing to listen.
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Compassionate and respectful toward individuals from diverse backgrounds.
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Enjoys engaging with older adults in a group setting.
Additional Information
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Time Commitment: Flexible scheduling; staff will coordinate based on your availability
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Age Requirement: 21 years and older
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Experience: Art teaching or artistic experience preferred. Art supplies provided!
Ready to Make a Difference?
Click “Respond” and complete the required forms. When you’re done, remember to click “Respond” again—to confirm your interest. You will be prompted to submit 3 references, who will be contacted as part of the process. Please check your email for a confirmation of your submission. Program staff will follow up with you directly. All volunteers working directly with clients will have to complete a background check, reference checks, online orientation and complete the abuse awareness training packet.
New volunteers will also receive an orientation link from Learner Mobile, please login to complete the orientation that is required to volunteer.
