Visual Arts Facilitator / Program Assistant
Organization: Colorado Artists in Recovery (CAiR)
Location: Northern Colorado (Loveland, Fort Collins, and surrounding communities)
Position Type: 1099 Independent Contractor (grant funded through September 2026)
Compensation:
• $150 per workshop facilitated independently
• $25 per hour for workshop support, outreach, and community events
Estimated Engagement:
Work opportunities may range from approximately 5–15 hours per week, depending on workshop scheduling and program needs. Weekly hours are not guaranteed.
Reports To: Northern Colorado Program Manager
About Us:
Colorado Artists in Recovery (CAiR) inspires healing and connection through creative expression by providing transformative, inclusive spaces for all communities, including those impacted by substance use and mental health challenges.
In Northern Colorado, CAiR offers free drop-in arts workshops and sober creative gatherings that help people reconnect with themselves and others through art and community. Our programs welcome individuals across all pathways of recovery.
Overview:
Colorado Artists in Recovery is seeking a visual artist with lived experience in recovery to support our Northern Colorado programming.
This role works closely with the Northern Colorado Program Manager to support CAiR community events and visual arts workshops in Fort Collins, Loveland, and surrounding communities. Our workshops are welcoming creative spaces where people can explore art, express themselves, and connect with others in recovery.
Facilitators typically begin by assisting the Program Manager during workshops and may transition to facilitating workshops independently as they gain experience with CAiR programming. Additional program assistant hours may be available through assisting the Program Manager in workshop facilitation, preparing materials, organizing supplies, assisting with outreach, supporting community events, and helping with workshop logistics.
Because this role involves holding space for others navigating recovery and mental health challenges, we are seeking someone with at least 1 year of lived experience in recovery, who is comfortable supporting others with empathy, respect, and models recovery-centered practices.
Responsibilities:
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Help facilitate CAiR arts workshops and events
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Facilitate visual arts workshops co-designed with the Northern Colorado Program Manager
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Support workshop setup, materials preparation, and supply organization
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Transport art supplies to program locations
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Track attendance and support survey distribution
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Maintain organized art supplies and communicate supply needs
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Foster welcoming and inclusive creative environments
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Support occasional community outreach and program events
Qualifications:
Required
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Experience leading visual arts activities in group settings
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1 year of lived experience in recovery (all recovery pathways welcome)
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Experience working with individuals impacted by substance use or mental health challenges
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Ability to facilitate workshops scheduled on evenings and weekends, with occasional weekday daytime programming
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Reliable transportation and ability to travel to workshop locations throughout Larimer County.
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Ability to transport workshop art materials and lift supplies (approximately up to 25 pounds)
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Strong organizational skills and reliability
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Commitment to trauma-informed and inclusive practices
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Selected candidates will be asked to complete a CBI background check prior to beginning the role. Background information will be reviewed in the context of the responsibilities of the position and does not automatically disqualify applicants.
Note: This job description is a general outline of responsibilities and qualifications for this role. Specific duties and requirements may vary based on the needs of CAiR and the skills of the selected candidate.
Equal Opportunity & Inclusion
Colorado Artists in Recovery (CAiR) values lived experience and the diverse perspectives that strengthen our community. We encourage individuals in recovery and people with lived experience in historically underrepresented communities, including LGBTQIA+, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), justice-involved, and Spanish-speaking communities, to apply.
CAiR is committed to creating inclusive creative spaces where people from all backgrounds feel welcomed, respected, and valued. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
How to Apply:
Please complete the Interest Form by clicking the link below.
Submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We appreciate all who take the time to apply, though we may only contact individuals whose experience most closely aligns with the needs of the role. You may be asked to provide a resume with relevant work experience if selected for next steps.