Farm Activities Coordinator — Inspire Nature Programs

Kelly’s Kitchen; Reading (MA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cooperative for Human Services, Inc. in North Reading, MA, seeks a hands-on Farm Activities Coordinator to create a safe, healthy space for visitors and to develop engaging activities for individuals with disabilities.

This part-time, year-round role (24 hours per week) includes caring for farm animals and gardens, planning crafts, cooking and movement programs, and supporting participants in group activities. Weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in activity planning, particularly crafting, cooking, and physical movement.
• Experience or strong interest in farming, gardening, and animal care.
• Previous experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the care of farm animals and vegetable gardens, including feeding, monitoring health, planting, weeding, and harvesting.
• Plan and implement engaging farm-based activities tailored to participants’ interests and abilities, including crafts, cooking, and physical movement programs.
• Facilitate small and large group programs that promote learning, social engagement, and skill development.
• Escort and support program participants in various farm-related tasks and activities.
• Maintain inventory of activity supplies and ensure the farm environment is safe, welcoming, and accessible.
• Communicate professionally with participants, families, guardians, and other stakeholders.
• Support organizational safety policies to maintain a secure and inclusive environment.
• Serve as a positive role model for participants, staff, and the community.

Skills

Activity planning

Cooking activities

Physical movement programs

Animal care

Farming/gardening

Communication

Teamwork

Driver's license

Job description

Cooperative for Human Services, Inc. in North Reading, MA, seeks a hands-on Farm Activities Coordinator to create a safe, healthy space for visitors and to develop engaging activities for individuals with disabilities.

This part-time, year-round role (24 hours per week) includes caring for farm animals and gardens, planning crafts, cooking and movement programs, and supporting participants in group activities. Weekend coverage may be required.