Qualifications, Requirements & Competencies

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Minimum qualifications for all positions:

• Proof of completion or current study in both Dance and Health fields.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Education: Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in Public Health, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Dance Science, Kinesiology, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Additional knowledge in wellness modalities such as Pilates, Yoga, Meditation, Somatic practices, or other related areas.
• Technical Skills: Ability to create and manage multiple spreadsheets effectively. Understanding of HIPAA confidentiality and guidelines to ensure the secure handling of sensitive health information.
• Knowledge of health and wellness principles, including mental health awareness, injury prevention, and stress management.
• First Aid & CPR: Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR, and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide compassionate support.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities, capable of managing schedules, records, and multitasking.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to respond effectively to health and wellness situations, including emergencies.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including students, faculty, staff, and healthcare professionals.
• Compassionate & Empathetic: A genuine interest in supporting students’ physical and emotional health.
• Adaptable: Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment, assisting students in both structured and urgent situations.
• Professionalism: Uphold confidentiality, professional boundaries, and a supportive student environment.
• Familiarity with dancer-specific health concerns, such as injury prevention, conditioning, and recovery, is an advantage.

Minimum requirements:

• Significant dance background required; Previous dance experience could include lifelong training, summer intensives, professional training programs, etc.
• Must be 18 or older and permitted to work in the United States.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team to effectively build community.
• Demonstrate sound project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to manage challenging situations.
• Effectively and fairly interpret and apply policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate sensitivity in all interactions.
• Comply with directions and instructions from supervisors.
• Provide equal and fair treatment for all.
• Must be able to work long hours daily and heavy work weeks.

Required physical abilities

• Ability to stand, walk, and move between multiple locations (e.g., studios, residence halls, health office) throughout the day.
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs, including assisting injured students with lifting or supporting their weight.
• Capable of assisting students in climbing or descending stairs during emergencies.
• Comfortable performing tasks involving bending, reaching, or kneeling as needed.
• Ability to demonstrate stretches, recovery techniques, and strengthening movements to support students.
• Must have the stamina and mobility to respond quickly to urgent situations.
• Ability to move items such as ballet barres, boxes of office supplies/equipment/files, and rolls of Marley between studios.

Responsibilities

New York City
Health & Wellness Internship

Satellite Locations (Not in New York City)
Resident Administrative & Health & Wellness Assistant Information Packet

Time Commitment

Interns will be scheduled to complete duties at the studio, both virtual and onsite. Interns are expected to report for training sessions. The contract period is contingent upon successfully completing assigned duties, projects, and performance appraisals.

Availability

The Health & Wellness Internship is a full-time role, scheduled from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with required availability to be on-site for student rehearsals and performances. Additional hours will be required for various Health & Wellness meetings and to provide support during emergencies at studios and dormitories.

In addition to regular duty shifts, interns will be assigned additional projects that may need to be completed outside of duty hours. Interns live in the residence hall with the students and are expected to assist students as needed, even if not officially on duty. In special situations, interns may be called back from time off to provide assistance.

Holidays, Breaks, and Vacation Periods

Please communicate any schedule conflicts during your interview, as this may determine eligibility for the internship. Joffrey Ballet School does not close for holidays during the summer sessions, including the 4th of July, which is a workday.

Meetings & Activities

Interns must participate in all meetings, including housing and program orientations, weekly staff meetings, reviews, and one-on-one meetings with the supervisor. They will also be assigned to escort and chaperone extra activities.

Performance Weeks

Performance weeks at the end of the intensive are typically very busy, with overlapping intensives, extra rehearsals, performance preparations, and ongoing check-in/check-out activities, along with additional meetings and activities. During performance weeks, staff members, including the Health & Wellness Intern, will not have a designated day off. The H+W Intern is required to attend performances and be backstage to provide first aid and emergency assistance as needed.

Satellite Locations (Not in New York City)

• Salary/Fixed Rate – $250 per week
• Housing & utilities provided
• Meal Plan included

New York City

• Salary/Fixed Rate – $250 per week
• Housing & utilities provided
• Subway fare included