Ability Garden Instructor/Social Services (Horticulture)

JARC FL; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid short- and long-term-dis

Life insurance

Pension and 403(b) plans

Paid vacation and sick time

18+ paid holidays annually

Sign on bonus

Job summary

JARC Boca Raton is seeking an Ability Garden Instructor to teach gardening and life skills to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities within our farm-to-table garden program. You will lead hands-on horticulture activities and support participants in building confidence and independence.

As part of a compassionate team, you’ll follow program curricula, document progress, and contribute to IPP processes while ensuring safety and dignity for all participants.

Qualifications

• 3–6 months of related experience and/or training.
• Gardening, horticulture, agricultural, educational, or human services experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain documentation and prepare reports.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with participants, families, and team members.
• Patient, compassionate, and committed to helping others succeed.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in all garden-related activities.
• Medical, dental and vision benefits.
• Employer paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Pension and 403(b) plans.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• On average 18+ paid holidays annually.
• Sign on bonus!

Responsibilities

• Promote JARC's mission and uphold the organization's core values.
• Teach gardening and horticultural skills to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Foster self-confidence, independence, and positive social skills through hands-on learning.
• Follow curriculum and horticultural guidelines provided by the Garden Program Supervisor.
• Provide supervision and skills training while ensuring the dignity, rights, and safety of participants.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging garden environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and development activities.
• Assist with Individual Program Plan (IPP) processes and meetings as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of participant goals and progress.
• Collect training data and complete daily case notes.

Skills

Gardening

Horticulture

Education support

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Ability Garden Instructor/Social Services (Horticulture)

Full Time Boca Raton, FL, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1106

Salary Range: $17.75 To $17.75 Annually

JARC (Jewish Association for Residential Care)
Boca Raton, Florida Full-Time | Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

Ability Garden Instructor/Social Services (Horticulture & Life Skill)

Do you love gardening and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others? JARC is seeking a compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic Ability Garden Instructor to join our unique Ability Garden program.

The Ability Garden is a Farm-to-Table edible garden where adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities learn valuable life skills through horticulture, teamwork, and hands-on experiences. If you love to garden, enjoy teaching others, and have a passion for helping extraordinary people live ordinary lives, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities:

• Promote JARC's mission and uphold the organization's core values.
• Teach gardening and horticultural skills to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Foster self-confidence, independence, and positive social skills through hands-on learning.
• Follow curriculum and horticultural guidelines provided by the Garden Program Supervisor.
• Provide supervision and skills training while ensuring the dignity, rights, and safety of participants.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging garden environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and development activities.
• Assist with Individual Program Plan (IPP) processes and meetings as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of participant goals and progress.
• Collect training data and complete daily case notes.

Qualifications:

• 3-6 months of related experience and/or training.
• Gardening, horticulture, agricultural, educational, or human services experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain documentation and prepare reports.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with participants, families, and team members.
• Patient, compassionate, and committed to helping others succeed.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in all garden-related activities.
• Medical, dental and vision
• Employer paid short-and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Pension and 403(b) plans
• Paid vacation and sick time
• On average 18+ paid holidays annually
• Sign on bonus!

Why Join JARC?

At JARC, you will combine your passion for gardening with meaningful work that empowers individuals with developmental disabilities to learn, grow, and thrive. Every day offers the opportunity to make a positive impact while working in a beautiful outdoor and indoor environment alongside an amazing team.

Additional Information:

Drug-Free Workplace | Criminal Background Screening | Equal Opportunity Employer

All employees must successfully complete screening through Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as a condition of employment.

For more information, visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/