Performer 1

For consideration, please submit a copy of your resume and cover letter to our career web site at

http://www.kaiserpermanentejobs.org



This position supports Kaiser Permanente's code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws

and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures.

Kaiser Permanente is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.



NOTE: THIS IS A SALARIED, TERM POSITION W/SPECIAL BENEFITS NO PTO ACCRUAL



Department: Educational Theatre Programs



Schedule: Full-time regular, 40 hours/week Monday through Friday 9:00am-5:30pm.



Expected length of employment: From: 7/25/2006 To: 5/26/2007; This is a salaried, term position with

special benefits, No PTO accrual.



Education: Bachelor's or equivalent experience



Licensure/Certification: N/A



Qualifications: Desire to work full time, term acting position with community services health

education theater programs. Ability to learn and perform a variety of roles; ability and willingness

to participate in ensemble process. Background and training in theater performances essential.

Ability and desire to play characters between 12 and 18 years old for 'Peer Education' component of

program. Re hire dependent upon continued ability to look and act the assigned part appropriately.

Demonstrated commitment to working with ages 5 18 years old. Willingness to be excellent role model

for making healthy choices. Photo and resume are required. Must be able to work in a

Labor/Management Partnership environment.



Preferred Qualifications: Health education training and experience. Touring theatre experience.

Bilingual Spanish, Cantonese, or Tagalog preferred.



Skills Testing: N/A



Duties: 75% Responsible for exercising discretion and independent judgment while touring in

accordance with position duties and Kaiser Permanente policies. Perform all aspects of position,

which includes, but is not limited to, preparation, rehearsal, and performance for acting roles

assigned. Apply creative, original and intellectual skills in developing and performing various

roles and scripts.



10% Participate in training of health education and peer counseling. Serve as a peer educator and

role model for students at all times. Represent ETP to the community and media. Appear at community

and company events.



15% Work with and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and

social climates, in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively

communicates health education message. Assist with evaluation of program effectiveness by gauging

level of audience responsiveness and providing feedback.



Approximately 8-10 weeks out of town travel required. Drive company vehicles, set up and strike set,

production related administration work.



Performance: Presenting roles that reflect an accurate educational message. Responsible for

pre-performance preparation including; physical and vocal warm-up, make-up, costume, sound-check and

any additional assignments. Accepting directions and notes from the Coordinator throughout the

performance year. Presenting a fully developed character, expecting, of yourself continued character

work and to growth into the role. Meeting rehearsal and performance deadlines. Meeting deadlines on

line memorization in the character role and in applicable understudy roles. Potentially working over

40 hours per week as business and community needs dictate, including weekends.



Community Relations: Representing Kaiser Permanente to the community, Kaiser Permanente Public

Affairs Representatives and to the media. Presenting a positive view of Education Theatre Programs

at all times, whether on or off stage. When speaking to students, teachers, school administrators,

parents, or Kaiser employees, communicating in a professional, energetic and helpful manner. Being a

role model of professionalism and service to the communities we serve during scheduled and

non-scheduled hours. Participating in periodic special appearances, community performances, and

photo shoots, during the week or on the weekends. Being versed on all our programs and the ETP

background, and being able to communicate this information to internal/external customers.

Understanding that the needs of the community are paramount.



Training and Education: Willingness to be an excellent role model in making healthy choices at all

times to the communities we serve. Undergoing intensive education training. Contributing to Q&A

during training session and at schools to ensure that it will be a vital educational tool

(P.E.A.C.E. Signs, Secrets, and Nightmare on Puberty Street). Acting as a Peer Health Educator to

the students we serve. Communicating accurate information to students in a friendly, complete and

unbiased way.



Touring: Approximately 8-10 weeks touring out of town required. Responsible for self-supervision

during ordinary touring in accordance with position duties and Kaiser Permanente policies. Ensuring

and maintaining standards of safety for yourself and others. Maintaining standards of cleanliness,

neatness and hygiene both on and off stage. Learning and participating in all aspects of the set-up

and strike, and the technical operation and maintenance of the set, costumes, props, curtains, and

sound system. Assisting in the driving, fueling, maintenance, and care of all program vehicles.

Completing and submitting all reports and paperwork (i.e., production reports, expense reports,

mileage logs, and Q&A logs).