The Root & The Bloom Collective is a nonprofit organization that raises funds to support the arts and culture programming provided by the Historic Clark Chateau. The Clark Chateau works collaboratively with local youth to create tangible projects that can be shared with the public, thereby building self-esteem and supporting self-guided expression.
Service Activities
In this position you will develop an artists’ residency program at the Jacobs House in Butte, design a program for students at the University of Montana Western School of Education to obtain student teaching credits through the Clark Chateau’s youth programs, and create a work study program that will allow students to support with arts and humanities programming at the Clark Chateau.
Community Need Addressed
Poverty and access to Arts and Humanities. Many Butte citizens lack exposure to other cultures and artistic and humanities experiences beyond Butte.
Position Outcomes
Enhance the exposure of adults and children in Butte to high-quality arts and humanities programming, encouraging them to engage with the arts and expand their worldview and opportunity horizon
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Non-competitive eligibility (federal jobs), Relocation allowance (if applicable)
10 Days of Personal Leave; 10 Days of Sick/Medical Leave; Professional development and training opportunities; Eligible for hiring preference with Employers of National Service; Access to My Life Expert member assistance program.
Skills you will gain
Ability to work within a complex public education system; Ability to collaborate with community partners; Ability to multi task and organize/proceduralize systems
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others
Decisions
Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job
Planning
Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment