On-Call Farm Worker

WATERFORD COUNTRY SCHOOL INCORPORATED•Quaker Hill, CT

1d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Perform school farm chores and farm maintenance on a part-time basis as directed by the Director of Experiential Education following the school calendar. This role requires performing various farm tasks, maintaining animal enclosures, equipment, and assisting farm students. The position also involves being a positive role model and adhering to agency policies and procedures, with an emphasis on cultural sensitivity and non-discrimination.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Experience in or ability to learn to perform farm chores and farm maintenance
Maintain a Connecticut or other home state drivers license
Maintain a telephone at his/her place of residence

Responsibilities

Care for all farm animals
Maintain the Nature Center
Clean the horse barns, cow barn and all animal enclosures and pastures
Maintain all farm equipment, fencing and animal shelters
Assist farm students in the performance of these tasks
Assist in maintaining an orderly, pleasant, safe and attractive farm environment
Maintain a Connecticut or other home state drivers license and a telephone at his/her place of residence
Be available to work extra, unscheduled shifts on weekends, holidays and school vacations when needed as part of a back-up coverage plan
Maintain knowledge of and follow agency policies and procedures as contained in the WCS Personnel Handbook, WCS Procedure Manual, and department manuals
Function as a positive role model for all students and staff at the Waterford Country School
Maintain an awareness of and sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic differences present among the service population and fellow staff members of WCS, ensuring that cultural needs are respected and supported through the delivery of services and the development and implementation of agency programs and policies in a manner that is free from discrimination and bias relating to race, ethnicity, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence or religious beliefs
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Experiential Education