Expressive Arts Therapist/LCPC/Program Assistant

About ArtVanSince 2004, ArtVan has brought free, community-based, group art therapy programs directly to communities. Traveling in a brightly painted van stocked with art supplies chosen for specially designed themes, our staff meet youth, adults and seniors where they are, running consistent weekly sessions that use art-making to encourage creativity, self-expression, and community connection and healing. What started as a small, grassroots effort has grown into an organization serving communities including Bath, Brunswick, Topsham, Freeport, Portland, Westbrook, Lewiston, Auburn, Rumford, and Mexico.

Position OverviewThe Expressive Arts Therapist/Program Assistant (EATPA) works alongside the Program Director and other staff to plan, co-facilitate, and support all direct service programming. This includes helping participants explore art as a tool for expression, growth, and healing, as well as supporting relationships with community partners. The EATPA also contributes to storytelling, documentation, and social media content that shares the impact of ArtVan’s work. This role also involves participating in and occasionally leading events, networking in community as well as assisting with other activities necessary to support and advance our mission. Collaboration with all staff is essential.

As a mobile organization, ArtVan does not offer a traditional 9-5, office-based role. This position requires a willingness to be flexible, travel and work directly in communities we serve, including Bath, Brunswick, Topsham, Freeport, Portland, Westbrook, Lewiston, Auburn, Rumford, and Mexico.

This position reports to the Program Director. Program hours vary during the week and season, including some evenings and weekends.

Program Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Program Director to plan expressive art sessions for a diverse range of participants.
• Co-facilitate group art sessions in a nonclinical setting with children, youth, and seniors.
• Build relationships with participants through consistent program leadership, encouraging them to express themselves through art-making.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining ArtVan’s supplies and storage area.
• Support networking with partnering agencies; nonprofits, schools, and community organizations to strengthen programming.
• Document session highlights with photos and short written reflections. Participate in program data collection, including annual program evaluations.
• Research and source art materials with attention to sustainability.

Development & Communications Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting stories, photos, and content for ArtVan’s website, newsletters, and social media, sharing with appropriate staff as needed.
• Support fundraising and community outreach events as needed, working with Operations staff.

Professional Development

• Paid Continuing Education training and workshops supportive of ArtVan programming and professional growth.
• Professional art therapy certifications are re-imbursed.

Qualifications

• Masters in Art Therapy or equivalent; a Licensed Clinical Professional Counseling (LCPC) credential preferred, or “Licensed Eligible”
• Bachelor’s degree with experience in mental health, art, art education, or related field
• Experience working with all populations, all ages across the lifespan, and with experience in group settings
• Commitment to art as a transformative approach to well-being
• Self-confident, independent doer, thinker and motivator while embracing a strong teamwork and ability to communicate effectively.
• Extremely flexible to adapt to changing circumstances, and is comfortable with risk-taking
• Strong work ethic
• Equitable balance, fair and open-minded disposition
• Ability to drive a 15-passenger van (or willingness to learn)

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• We are a mobile art therapy organization. Are you willing to work in different locations every day?

License/Certification:

• MA in Art Therapy, LCPC credential, or Licensed Eligible (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road