Community Agriculture Direct Support Professional

TERI Inc.; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Life & Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Wellness Program

Onsite Fitness Center

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Job summary

TERI Inc. is seeking a Community Agriculture Direct Support Professional in Oceanside, CA.

You will lead participants in farming, animal care, vocational training, and community-based employment experiences, helping build practical job skills and independence. You will mentor and coach adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supporting daily agricultural operations, including harvesting, packaging, egg preparation, CSA distribution, and community deliveries.

Qualifications

• : High school diploma or GED required.
• : Perform hands-on agricultural & outdoor work, including harvesting, cleaning, packaging, animal care, & maintaining agricultural areas.
• : Experience in working effectively with a group of adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities while providing hands-on instruction, supervision, & support.
• : Valid California Driver's License & ability to safely transport participants using agency vehicles.
• : Experience in working independently, managing changing priorities, & maintaining a safe & productive environment.
• : Strong communication, teamwork, reliability, & interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of participants in hands-on farming, agricultural, vocational, and community-based activities while developing job and life skills.
• Provide direct instruction, coaching, encouragement, & supervision while promoting participant independence, safety, & engagement.
• Support groups of participants needs, including but not limited to; hygiene, mobility, navigation, eating & high behavior de-escalation.
• Perform hands-on agricultural tasks including harvesting, washing, sorting, packaging & preparing produce and eggs for distribution.
• Care for chicken coops & support animal care activities, including cleaning, sanitation, egg collection, & maintaining safe work areas.
• Transport participants, produce, supply, feed, donations, & other materials between agricultural sites, TERI locations, residential homes, vendors, & community partners.
• Teach participants practical skills related to agriculture, food handling, packaging, inventory management, customer service, & workplace safety.
• Maintain clean, organized, & safe work areas, vehicles, tools, equipment, & facilities while completing required participant & program documentation.

Skills

Group instruction

Communication

Reliability

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Community Agriculture Direct Support Professional

Full Time Oceanside, CA, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1805

Make a lasting impact and leverage your Agriculture background to promote long term vocation development for individuals with special needs!

TERI is seeking a Community Agriculture Direct Support Professional to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through hands‑on farming, animal care, vocational training, and community‑based employment experiences. You'll work alongside participants in the field, helping them build practical job skills, confidence, independence, and meaningful connections within their community.

The Community Agriculture Direct Support Professional serves as a mentor, coach, and hands‑on instructor for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities participating in TERI's community agriculture and vocational programs. This role combines direct participant support within TERI's Center for the Arts program with hands‑on agricultural responsibilities. The position will support participants various daily agricultural operations, including farming, animal care, harvesting, produce and egg preparation, CSA distribution, and community deliveries.

Your Role & Responsibilities –

• Lead a group of participants in hands‑on farming, agricultural, vocational, and community‑based activities while developing job and life skills.
• Provide direct instruction, coaching, encouragement, & supervision while promoting participant independence, safety, & engagement.
• Support groups of participants needs, including but not limited to; hygiene, mobility, navigation, eating & high behavior de‑escalation.
• Perform hands‑on agricultural tasks including harvesting, washing, sorting, packaging & preparing produce and eggs for distribution.
• Care for chicken coops & support animal care activities, including cleaning, sanitation, egg collection, & maintaining safe work areas.
• Transport participants, produce, supply, feed, donations, & other materials between agricultural sites, TERI locations, residential homes, vendors, & community partners.
• Teach participants practical skills related to agriculture, food handling, packaging, inventory management, customer service, & workplace safety.
• Maintain clean, organized, & safe work areas, vehicles, tools, equipment, & facilities while completing required participant & program documentation.

Qualifications –

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Perform hands‑on agricultural & outdoor work, including harvesting, cleaning, packaging, animal care, & maintaining agricultural areas.
• Experience in working effectively with a group of adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities while providing hands‑on instruction, supervision, & support.
• Valid California Driver's License & ability to safely transport participants using agency vehicles.
• Experience in working independently, managing changing priorities, & maintaining a safe & productive environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, reliability, & interpersonal skills.

Pay –

$20.00 Hourly

Status –

Full-time

The Benefits of Joining TERI –

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Tax-advantaged savings for healthcare & dependent care expenses
• Financial Protection Plans – Life, AD&D, & Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – Invest in your future with employer-supported retirement savings.
• Health & Wellness Program – Resources & support to help you thrive, both mentally & physically
• Onsite Fitness Center & Outdoor Fitness Court – Convenient, no-cost access to exercise facilities
• Pet Insurance – Coverage options to keep your furry family members healthy.
• Employee Discounts – Enjoy savings at TERI’s Common Ground Café & Coffee Bar & the Inspired Resale Boutique
• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, & paid holidays to support work-life balance.
• Positive and Supportive Culture – A mission-driven team environment where your contributions are valued.

Fit for Life –

TERI changes the way the world sees, helps, & empowers individuals touched by special needs. The TERI Campus of Life models a more integrated society where the entire community learns, creates, & lives well side‑by‑side.

Here at TERI, health & wellness are integral parts of our culture for both staff & clients. “Fit for Life” is a core value, and all staff are expected to actively participate in TERI wellness programs & personally commit to the agency philosophy of being “Fit for Life.” We have an on‑site Fitness Center with a full‑time Wellness Team who can help you design personal fitness goals & nutrition plans; additionally, there are many opportunities for individual & group exercise classes offered at times that fit your personal schedule. TERI culture ensures the health and wellness of each client is a top priority.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER –

TERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination & harassment of any kind. At TERI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants & employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy & related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical & mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military & veteran status & any other characteristic protected by applicable law. TERI believes that diversity & inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, in touching the lives of those we serve & seeking to recruit. We strive to develop & retain the most compassionate & talented people from an extensive & diverse candidate pool.