[Hiring] Urban Farms Coordinator @Services for the Underserved

Role Description

The Program Coordinator supports a comprehensive therapeutic horticulture service that functions as an innovative supplement to other supports received by the individuals and families S:US serves. The role uses urban farming and gardening as a therapeutic tool, as an employment pathway, and as a device to advance the personal and professional goals of participants. The Program Coordinator promotes engagement in Urban Farms activities, supporting participants in achieving personal and professional goals through Urban Farms programming.

Qualifications

• A 4-year degree in a related field (such as horticulture, agriculture, nutrition, education, human services)
• Demonstrated education skills, with at least 2 years of experience as a teacher, job or wellness coach, or a similar position.
• Demonstrated interest in horticulture or agriculture through at least 1 year of education, job experience, or volunteer work in agriculture, horticulture, gardening, or landscaping.
• Demonstrated interest in working with individuals with disabilities.
• Able to lift 40 pounds.
• Valid NYS driver’s license.

Requirements

• 2 years of experience in working with individuals with disabilities.
• 2 years of work experience in agriculture, horticulture, gardening, or landscaping.

Benefits

From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you.

Company Description

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Join a team of employees who care about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
• S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of service animals.