Horticulture Worker - Waterloo, Canada - KW Habilitation

KW Habilitation

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Waterloo, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

HORTICULTURE WORKER - YOUTH SUMMER JOB

LOCATION:

WATERLOO, ON:

KW Habilitation is a local not-for-profit organization that provides a wide range of individualized services and supports to children with any special need and adults with developmental disabilities.

We support individuals to live a fulfilling life which is fostered through preschool and early learning supports, respite services, residential services, community participation and employment supports.

Our Vision Statement guides our work:
"A community where everyone belongs and participates". As a representative of KW Habilitation the Summer Job Coach acts as a leader and role model in all functions of the position.

Our Farm is an initiative that connects land, food, and people through agriculture.

Our Farm not only grows fresh, healthy food, but sows positive relationships between people and nurtures the roots of community, sustainability, and land use.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to join our team for the 2023 season.

Perks:

Paid onthejob training
Paid professional development opportunities
Employee and Family Assistance Program for all staff, their partners, and dependents
Discounted rates on home and auto insurance
Fun and engaging workplace

Responsibilities:

Follow an urban garden site map and complete assigned tasks of opportunity, with the coaching and mentoring of the Farm Coordinator
Assist with food security initiatives
Plant, weed, water, harvest, sort, and set up a grab and go market and stock

Requirements:

Enjoy working outdoors in different weather conditions and able to do physical labour
Previous work experience in a garden type setting, and knowledge of plants and planting would be considered assets

To be eligible for the above position, youth must satisfy the following criteria:

Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment,
Selfidentify as being part of a group who is underrepresented or have additional barriers to the labour market.
Be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN),
Able to work 30 hours per week including day, evening and weekend shifts, and
Able to arrange own transportation to and from work.

PLEASE NOTE:
Positions and dates are contingent on funding provided by Canada Summer Jobs.**
Hours: Able to work 30 hours per week - including day, evening and weekend shifts

Pay Rate:
$15.50 per hour