The Farm Laborer is responsible for assisting the Senior Grower in daily upkeep and development of the Urban Farm, located at ReVision Family Home.
Typical function include but are not limited to: Assists with daily operations of ReVision Urban Farm, as well as with administrative tasks like farm planning and record-keeping plants, tends, and harvests field and greenhouse crops, adhering to organic and sustainable farming practices as directed. Assists in weekly CSA production and delivery. Assists in ordering and pick up of farm supplies. Assists in running farm stands and markets and transporting produce to wholesale customers. Conduct workshops and other educational opportunities both on-site and in the community in concert with the Grower. Assists with on-the-job training, supervision and evaluation of youth employees, job trainees, and volunteers. Assists in teaching farm curriculum including basic farming techniques and terminology. Participates in and is engaged in outreach efforts with the community. Works in multi-disciplinary team approach with case managers and other social services departments of the shelter to enhance training for job readiness program participants.
Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent Previous experience and/or course work in agriculture preferred. Commitment to addressing food access in urban areas Must 25 years of age with a valid MA drivers license and with a driving record point rating of 98, 99, 00, 01, 02 or 03. Strong written and verbal skills required. Basic computer skills Previous experience working with homeless adults, substance abusers, or the mentally ill preferred. Able to lift 50 lbs. Job is physically demanding. Must be able to work outside in variable weather conditions. Carpentry skills helpful. Must be available for evening and weekend hours year-round as directed.
Schedule/Days: Part-time: 30 hours Wednesday – Sunday (with some evenings)
Victory Programs operates 19 innovative health, housing and prevention programs throughout Greater Boston, Cambridge and Topsfield. Every year we help more than 2,400 individuals and families break down barriers to a brighter future. Our programs serve people who are facing homelessness, drug and alcohol addiction, mental illness or chronic illnesses like HIV/AIDS and provide them with the tools needed to support healthy, self-sufficient lives.
Located in Dorchester, the Revision Urban Farm harvests fresh produce for distribution to the community through our Farm Stand, Community Supported Agriculture program, local farm stands and to residents of ReVision and Chamblet Family Homes.
Our benefit program includes a 75% health and 25% dental employer premium contribution, 100% employer-paid disability and life insurances, 19 days of earned time in your first year, sick time, personal days, tuition remission, and a retirement savings opportunity. Apply here.