Nonprofit
Published 12/18/25 8:51PM

Workshop Support – Creative Art-Based Healing Workshop

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Virginia Beach, VA
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    We will select a date/time that best suits your schedule. 2–3 hours for the workshop. Prep 1-2 to prepare workshop details. All supplies will be supplied unless artist wants to bring their own.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Arts & Music, Community Development, Education, Mental Health, Philanthropy
    Benefits:
    Academic Credit Available
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Evidence of experience in painting, drawing, crafts, or mixed media. Optional: portfolio or examples of work. And Agreement to follow all nonprofit safety protocols and volunteer agreement

    Description

    Workshop Support – Creative Art-Based Healing Workshop

    IROCKMYSCARS is a nonprofit supporting trauma recovery through creative expression. We are seeking workshop volunteers to help with visual arts workshops, helping participants explore painting, drawing, crafts, and mixed media. Participant in engaging, trauma-informed sessions that empower individuals to heal, build confidence, and express themselves creatively.

    Role Description:

    We are seeking volunteers to support Creative Art-Based Healing Workshops, focused on:

    • Painting & Drawing – Exploring colors, techniques, and self-expression.
    • Crafts & Mixed Media – Hands-on projects combining multiple materials and techniques, encouraging creativity and experimentation.
    • Any other safe art techniques you enjoy and feel others would too.

    Responsibilities:

    • Plan recurring creative sessions for participants.
    • Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.
    • Assist participants in exploring their creativity.
    • Collaborate with other IROCKMYSCARS staff and volunteers.
    • Optional: Share your portfolio or promote your creative work in a professional, participant-friendly way.

    Skills & Qualifications:

    • Experience in painting, drawing, crafts, or mixed media.
    • Professional artists, Licensed art therapists, and experienced community artists are encouraged to apply.
    • Passion for supporting individuals in a creative, healing-focused environment.
    • Patience, empathy, and flexibility.

    Benefits:

    • Make a meaningful, lasting impact in the community.
    • Gain experience with visual arts workshops.
    • Build relationships with participants and volunteers over time.
    • Opportunity to share your creative work with the community (optional).

    Location

    On-site
    Virginia Beach, VA, USA

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    Instructions:

    Please submit any additional info and portfolio materials via email to irockmyscars@gmail.com with the subject line: “One-Time Creative Art Workshop lead Application follow up.”

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