Art and Music Therapist for SEN Youth

Lead art or music therapy sessions for SEN underprivileged youth to enhance emotional well-being and social skills

Art and Music Therapist for SEN Youth
Disability
Education
Sport

Posted 3 months ago. Application closes in 8 days.

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Project Details

What we need
  • Facilitate the class and guide activities in the art/music therapy session as a therapist/teacher
  • Monitor the engagement and emotional responses of the SEN youth to assist them in class
  • Provide insights into the therapeutic benefits of music and art
  • Lead one class per week, with each class lasting 1 hour (exact schedule to be determined)
  • Work with groups of 6-8 SEN youth per session, with assistance from other therapists
  • Attend a briefing on handling SEN youths, provided via Zoom or in-person
  • Possess qualifications and certification in art/music therapy (preferred)
  • Volunteers who can attend the first session on 26/9/2024 from 7–8 PM at Wong Tai Sin are preferred
Background

Music and art therapy classes specifically designed for youth with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and those from underprivileged backgrounds aim to provide a supportive, and creative environment with our therapy dogs. These classes focus on addressing the unique challenges faced by these individuals, helping them to express themselves, build confidence, and develop essential skills in social, music and art.

What we have

Art material and music instruments. Teaching Support.

Why this is important

Empower underprivileged and marginalized youth through therapy dog art and music therapy programs. Promote emotional well-being, foster personal development, encourage social connections and create a positive impact on the lives of the SEN Youth.

Project Period

26 Sep 2024 - 28 Aug 2025

Location

Central

Team Project

You’ll be working with other awesome volunteers.

Requirements

Time

1 hour per week

Skills
  • Teaching
  • Music
  • Arts
Experience Level
  • Some experience
Language
  • Chinese (Cantonese)
Age Range

No age requirement

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About the Organization

Rise Wise Foundation Limited

https://www.risewise.com.hk

Causes

Disability
Education
Sport
What we do

Our mission is to provide support to grassroots children with SEN and their families in HK. We specialize in providing behavior therapy, sports therapy and animal assisted intervention to help support SEN children's individual needs.

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