Garden Program Assistant - Youth (aged 18-30)

Volunteer Success; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking a Garden Program Assistant to support greenhouse and garden operations. This role is perfect for youth aged 18-30 with a passion for gardening and sustainable practices. Responsibilities include planting, maintaining, and harvesting plants, as well as participating in educational workshops. On-site position available in Scarborough, Ontario with flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including bending and lifting.
• Basic knowledge of plant care and gardening preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with planting, transplanting, and maintaining plants.
• Harvesting, sorting, and packaging produce as needed.
• Participating in composting and sustainable gardening practices.
• Setting up garden trellises and irrigation systems.

Skills

Passion for plants and gardening

Ability to work outdoors

Teamwork

Job description

The Centre for Immigrant and Community Services is seeking a Garden Program Assistant - Youth (aged 18-30) to assist with community greenhouse and garden operations and maintenance.

Summary: Garden work – Youth Garden Club (18 – 30 years old) - Assisting CICS Community greenhouse and garden operations and maintenance.

Description: As a Garden Program Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting with planting, transplanting, and maintaining plants in the greenhouse and garden. Water, fertilize, and monitor plant health, reporting any issues like pests or diseases. Weed, mulch, and maintain garden beds to ensure a healthy growing environment;
• Help with harvesting, sorting, and packaging produce as needed. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the greenhouse, tool storage areas, and workspaces;
• Participate in composting and other sustainable gardening practices;
• Assist with setting up garden trellises and irrigation systems, and monitoring soil conditions;
• Support educational workshops or community events (e.g. interpreter) to gardening and sustainability (if interested).

Requirements: Passion for plants, gardening, and sustainable farming. Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to perform physical tasks, including bending, kneeling, lifting moderate weights (15lbs), and standing for extended periods; Basic knowledge of plant care and gardening (preferred but not required); Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team; Commitment to a minimum of 1 shift (1.5 hours) per week (flexible scheduling available); Respect for CICS garden and greenhouse policies, safety guidelines, and environmental sustainability practices.

The position is available on-site at 2330 Midland Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario M1S 5G5. The centre is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.