Employment Opportunities at DrawBridge
For more than 35 years, DrawBridge has provided free expressive arts programs in shelters, affordable housing facilities, and community centers across seven San Francisco Bay Area counties. Always free for the families we serve, DrawBridge provides children ages five and up a safe and supportive environment to connect with their community and explore playful creativity that is critical to healthy development.
DrawBridge is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:
Program Assistant (Hybrid/Remote)
Reports to: Program Manager
Status: Part-time, non-exempt; $20 per hour
Hours: 15-20 hours per month; afternoons and early evenings required
DrawBridge is seeking a Program Assistant to assist in the development, support, and expansion of DrawBridge’s expressive arts programs across the Bay Area. Training and professional development opportunities are provided.
Essential Job Requirements
- In collaboration with the Program Manager, supports the execution of DrawBridge programming in alignment with DrawBridge’s mission and program goals
- Participates in weekly and monthly staff meetings and attends DrawBridge trainings and professional development workshops throughout the year
- Participates in and provides program support for art groups, partnership events, volunteer and staff outreach events, community events, supply distributions, and trainings as needed
- Assists in the recruitment, training, and placement of volunteers; serves as a representative of DrawBridge at volunteer recruitment events as needed
- Provides administrative support in the tracking of program attendance, supplies requests and inventory, monthly program reports, and monitoring of site contracts
- Assists with development and implementation of program evaluations and community surveys
- Notifies Program Manager immediately of schedule changes, requests, or concerns from site partners, families, or volunteers
- Arrives at assigned sites on time to support programs and events as scheduled
- Follows and abides by DrawBridge’s Covid-19 and workplace safety protocols and site partner safety protocols
- Complies with DrawBridge’s policies and procedures as summarized in the Employee Handbook
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Possesses excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, sound judgment, positive attitude, and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Excellent organizational skills
- Willingness and ability to travel to site partner locations to produce programs and support events
- Comfort with technology, email, zoom, and online communication
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience, training, or education in the fields of art, child development, education, psychology, or the social sciences preferred; candidates enrolled in an accredited university working toward a degree in a related field are welcomed
- Candidates bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin, or Arabic are strongly encouraged to apply
- Prior to placement, candidates must complete a criminal background check and provide proof of a current tuberculosis test and COVID-19 vaccination. Positions will remain open until filled.
To Apply
Submit your resume with a cover letter to careers@drawbridge.org. Prior to beginning employment, candidates must complete a criminal background check and provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Positions remain open until filled.
Art Group Facilitators (Hybrid/Remote)
Reports to: Program Manager
Status: Part-time, non-exempt; $20 per hour
Hours: 3-15 hours per week depending on program need; afternoons to early evening; some weekends as required
DrawBridge is currently seeking candidates to serve as Art Group Facilitators across the San Francisco Bay Area. Training, program support, professional development opportunities, and art supplies are provided.
Essential Job Requirements
- In collaboration with the Program Manager and programs team, develops and leads weekly, bi- monthly, and/or monthly expressive art groups for children at shelters, affordable housing facilities, community centers, or at community events across the San Francisco Bay Area
- Participates in monthly staff meetings with Program Manager and attends DrawBridge trainings and professional development workshops throughout the year
- Develops and submits program plans and materials supplies requests to Program Manager as requested
- Oversees setup and breakdown of program spaces before and after each session and maintains cleanliness and organization of program areas
- Maintains and submits accurate attendance records, supplies inventory, and monthly program reports
- Assists with the distribution of program surveys and evaluations throughout the year
- Accurately tracks and submits payroll hours in a timely manner
- Notifies Program Manager immediately of schedule changes, requests, or concerns from site partners or families
- Arrives at assigned sites on time to run programs as scheduled
- Follows and abides by DrawBridge’s Covid-19 and workplace safety protocols and site partner safety protocols
- Complies with DrawBridge’s policies and procedures as summarized in the Employee Handbook
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrated experience working with children ages 5-18, preferably in an educational or professional setting
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, sound judgment, positive attitude, and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Excellent organizational skills
- Willingness and ability to travel to site partner locations to produce programs
- Comfort with technology, email, zoom, and online communication
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience, training, or education in the fields of art, child development, education, psychology, or the social sciences preferred; candidates enrolled in an accredited university working toward a degree in a related field are welcomed
- Candidates bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin, or Arabic are strongly encouraged to apply
Prior to placement, candidates must complete a criminal background check and provide proof of a current tuberculosis test and COVID-19 vaccination. Positions will remain open until filled.
To Apply
Submit your resume with cover letter to careers@drawbridge.org. Please include your preference for working in Marin, San Mateo, and/or San Francisco counties in your cover letter. Prior to beginning employment, candidates must complete a criminal background check and provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Positions remain open until filled.
Internship Opportunities at DrawBridge
DrawBridge internships are a wonderful opportunity for students to gain real world experience in nonprofit management and expressive arts programming. Working with DrawBridge administrative staff, each three-month unpaid internship is fully remote and offered for Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters. Estimated hours are up to 10 hours per week, with flexible work schedules allowed.
To apply for an internship, submit a resume and cover letter to careers@drawbridge.org
Please indicate your availability and the internship in your area of interest in your cover letter.
Graphic Design Intern (Remote/Unpaid)
DrawBridge is seeking a graphic design intern (remote/unpaid) to assist with the development of creative assets for web, social media, and print materials in support of DrawBridge’s free expressive arts programs for children at homeless shelters, affordable housing facilities, and community centers across the San Francisco Bay Area. Working with the Executive Director, each three-month unpaid internship is fully remote. Estimated hours are up to 10 hours per week, with flexible work schedules allowed.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university program; coursework focus in commercial art, graphic design, or design preferred
- Available to work remotely with flexible schedule
- Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience with WordPress a plus
For consideration, please submit a resume, cover letter, and samples of past design work to careers@drawbridge.org.
Arts Program Intern (Remote/Unpaid)
DrawBridge is seeking an arts program intern (remote/unpaid) to assist with the development of educational materials and activities in support of DrawBridge’s free expressive arts programs for children at homeless shelters, affordable housing facilities, and community centers across the San Francisco Bay Area. Working with the Executive Director and Programs Manager, this three-month unpaid internship is fully remote. Estimated hours are up to 10 hours per week, with flexible work schedules allowed. Additional opportunities to participate in in-person programs are available for Bay Area candidates but not required.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university program; coursework in arts education, art therapy, education, or expressive arts preferred
- Available to work remotely with flexible schedule
- Experience with K-12 audiences a plus
For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter to careers@drawbridge.org.
Grants and Development Intern (Remote/Unpaid)
DrawBridge is seeking a Grants and Development Intern (remote/unpaid) to assist with research for strategic partnerships and grants funding in support of DrawBridge’s free expressive arts programs for children at homeless shelters, affordable housing facilities, and community centers across the San Francisco Bay Area. Working with the Executive Director, this three-month unpaid internship is fully remote. Estimated hours are up to 10 hours per week, with flexible work schedules allowed.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university program; coursework in communications, business, or philanthropy preferred
- Available to work remotely with flexible schedule
For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter to careers@drawbridge.org.
DrawBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state, or local laws, ordinance, or regulations.
DrawBridge Equity Statement
DrawBridge’s expressive arts programming is built on a firm foundation of cultural awareness and sensitivity that reflects and celebrates the creative power of the children and diverse communities we serve. Recognizing that homelessness and housing insecurity disproportionately impacts communities of color, DrawBridge provides a welcoming and nurturing space for all, and seeks to employ artists, staff, and volunteers with deep connections to these communities. To learn more, visit drawbridge.org/about-us/equity
