Coordinator Urban Farms

careers-sus; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Health and wellness resources

Professional development

Job summary

S:US is seeking a Program Coordinator to support a therapeutic horticulture service that enhances supports for individuals and families served. The role uses urban farming as a therapeutic tool, employment pathway, and means to advance personal and professional goals for participants.

The candidate will engage clients, supervise participants, and develop curricula while collaborating with leadership to deliver programming, with opportunities to contribute to special programs and annual events.

Qualifications

• A 4-year degree in horticulture, agriculture, nutrition, education or human services.
• At least 2 years of teaching, job or wellness coaching experience.
• At least 1 year of education/experience in agriculture, horticulture, gardening or landscaping.
• Interest in working with individuals with disabilities.
• Able to lift 40 pounds.
• Valid NYS driver’s license.
• 2 years of experience with individuals with disabilities (preferred).
• 2 years in agriculture/horticulture/gardening/landscaping (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Serves as a liaison to client support staff in identifying, assessing, and mentoring potential Urban Farms participants.
• Identifies goals for Urban Farms participants and matches goals to appropriate roles and activities.
• Provides direct supervision to Assistants and other participants, with hands‑on instruction and coaching.
• Develops schedules for Assistants and participants to support operational needs and development.
• Develops and offers group educational activities, workshops, and trainings with Director/Manager.
• Supports development of programming curricula and supervises activities when appropriate.
• Supports participation in farmers markets, assisting with staffing and logistics.
• Provides job coaching for Assistants at farmers markets.
• Collaborates on farm product development and entrepreneurial initiatives.
• Supports other S:US programs and events including Harvest Celebration.
• Maintains reporting protocols and participant metrics.

Education

4-year degree in horticulture, agriculture, nutrition, education, human services

Experience as a teacher, job or wellness coach

Interest in horticulture/agriculture (education, job, or volunteering)

Interest in working with individuals with disabilities

Able to lift 40 pounds

Valid NYS driver’s license

2 years working with individuals with disabilities

2 years in agriculture/horticulture/gardening/landscaping

Job description

Min

USD $25.00/Hr.

Max

USD $28.00/Hr.

Position Overview

SCOPE OF ROLE:

The Program Coordinator supports a comprehensive therapeutic horticulture service that functions as an innovative supplement to other supports received by the individuals and families S:US serves. The role uses urban farming and gardening as a therapeutic tool, as an employment pathway, and as a device to advance the personal and professional goals of participants. The Program Coordinator promotes engagement in Urban Farms activities, supporting participants in achieving personal and professional goals through Urban Farms programming.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Client Engagement

• Serves as a liaison to client support staff in identifying, assessing, and mentoring potential Urban Farms participants.
• Works with support staff in identifying and assessing goals for Urban Farms participants, including matching the goals and current skill levels of participants to appropriate roles and activities.
• Provides direct supervision to Assistants and other participants, offering hands‑on instruction and coaching as needed.
• Develops schedules for Assistants and other participants to support operational needs and to provide participants with opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Develops and offers group educational activities, workshops, and trainings in collaboration with the Director and Manager to meet broad operational needs or shared participant goals.
• Supports development of programming curricula, and directly supervises or instructs activities when appropriate.

Special Programs

• Supports participation in farmers markets, assisting with market staffing and logistics.
• Provides job coaching for Assistants assigned to farmers markets.
• Works collaboratively with the Director and Program Coordinators on farm product development and other entrepreneurial initiatives.
• Supports other S:US special programs and events where appropriate, including an annual Harvest Celebration.

Reporting

• Works with the Director and clients’ support teams in maintaining and reporting protocols and records for program activities, client engagement, participant goal tracking, and other participant metrics.

KEY PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Staff and Client Engagement: Uses strong interpersonal skills to help clients and team members feel comfortable and motivated, building and cultivating relationships of trust, respect, and encouragement.
• Coaching and Mentoring: Understands and supports the goals and aspirations of clients, creating engaging mentoring plans, supporting development of skills, and supporting personal and professional development through a client-centered approach.
• Teamwork: Builds team-oriented environments and contributes to the leadership that creates a fun work environment so all team members support one another.
• Compassion and Sensitivity: Shows genuine interest in others and sensitivity to clients’ and team members’ goals, ideas, concerns, and needs.
• Creativity: Remains constantly open to new ideas. Develops innovative solutions to meet challenges or achieve client goals.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A 4-year degree in a related field (such as horticulture, agriculture, nutrition, education, human services)
• Demonstrated education skills, with at least 2 years of experience as a teacher, job or wellness coach, or a similar position.
• Demonstrated interest in horticulture or agriculture through at least 1 year of education, job experience, or volunteer work in agriculture, horticulture, gardening, or landscaping.
• Demonstrated interest in working with individuals with disabilities.
• Able to lift 40 pounds.
• Valid NYS driver’s license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of experience in working with individuals with disabilities.
• 2 years of work experience in agriculture, horticulture, gardening, or landscaping.

Company Overview

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Join a team of employees who care about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individualpotentialand continuous quality improvement.From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on ourBenefits Pageand see how S:US invests in you.

We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individualpotentialand continuous quality improvement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal, State and Local laws. S:US is committed to providing access, equalopportunityand reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use ofservicesanimals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact theLeave [e-mail].

ID

2026-18946

Work Location

In Person