Farm Crew Leader - Winnipeg, Canada - FortWhyte Alive

FortWhyte Alive

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Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position:
Farm Crew Leader - Seasonal - Summer (3 positions)

Dates:
May - September 3, 2023**
Hours of Work: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm including some evenings and weekends

Job Summary:

The FortWhyte Farms Crew Leader supports the operations of FortWhyte Farms, an educational facility designed to grow youth, food and community.

The program develops vocational and life skills in youth from diverse socio-economic backgrounds including youth who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Colour and/or as LGBTQ2S+.

The Farms Crew Leader position provides leadership, guidance and training to youth engaging in sustainable agriculture, culinary arts, building projects and community development via hands-on learning.

Primary Responsibilities

_ Farm Educational Program and Operational Support_

May and June

Work directly with youth participants in kitchen and farm operations
Assist with farm operations including horticulture, livestock, landscaping and yard site, facility cleanliness and maintenance
Participate in training and preparation for summer program with other farm staff
Assist with summer Junior Staff training, planning and facilitation

July and August

Lead a crew of 5 youth members in summer intern program
Provide guidance and timely feedback to Junior Staff
Train, motivate and hold Junior Staff accountable in daily tasks
Participate in planning and delivery of weekly events (cooking community lunches, offsite field trips and workshops, community service work)
Facilitate group discussions and goal setting
Model teamwork, commitment, and open communication
Transport youth in 15 seat passenger vehicle as needed

Basic Hiring Criteria:

Experience in working in mentorship role with underserved youth (Child abuse registry check and criminal records check require upon hiring)
Postsecondary education or relevant work experience considered an asset
Initiative and proven problemsolving skills
Physically fit and ability to work outdoors for long periods of time
Valid Driver's License and access to transportation (FWA is 2030 min walk from bus stop)
Ability to work a flexible work schedule
Ability to work independently/selfdirected, as well as in a team
Culinary arts, landscaping, animal sciences, carpentry or agricultural experience an asset
Certification in First Aid and CPR an asset
Knowledge of FWA site an asset
Valid Class 4 Driver's License will be required upon employment.

FortWhyte Alive is committed to the health and safety of its employees, visitors, stakeholders, and the community.

FortWhyte Alive requires proof of full vaccination against COVID-19, in a manner that is approved by Health Canada, as a condition of employment.

Accommodations will be made for those who are exempt from receiving the vaccine due to legitimate, established reasons in accordance with The Human Rights Code of Manitoba.

In these cases, appropriate supporting documentation will be required.

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