Team Leader- Horticulture Program
About The Position
The Team Leader- Horticulture Program provides supervision and oversight of the horticulture program, including managing greenhouse operations and developing related activities and instructional classes. The role plans, coordinates, and oversees horticulture activities and programs, ensuring that daily care and supports are delivered to people with disabilities in a person-centered manner. The Team Leader works collaboratively to ensure assigned supports promote each person's health, safety, and quality of life. This is a full-time, 35-hour-per-week, non-exempt position in the Day Supports department. Day hours are based on program needs, and some weekend hours are required as agreed. The position reports to the Assistant Director.
Requirements
- Six months of internal experience or 12 months of external experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Valid NYS Driver's License that meets agency standards.
- One year of experience in horticulture, gardening, or a related field.
- Knowledge of plant care, growing techniques, and seasonal maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Develop, plan, and coordinate the horticulture program activity schedule, including instructional classes, groups, and activities.
- Provide individual support and ensure supports account for each person's individualized routines and procedures.
- Develop and monitor seasonal gardening, planting, harvesting, and landscaping schedules.
- Oversee the planting, watering, pruning, and harvesting of plants, flowers, vegetables, and herbs.
- Monitor and maintain greenhouse operations, including plant health, soil conditions, and raised garden beds.
- Coordinate the purchase and maintenance of plants, seeds, tools, and supplies, and monitor inventory.
- Ensure seasonal cleanup and preparation of growing areas.
- Coordinate community gardening projects and volunteer activities.
- Organize plant sales, produce distribution, or other related horticulture events when applicable.
- Maintain continuity and security for each person and follow agency, state, and federal regulations to support compliance and safety.
- Immediately report incidents, including allegations of abuse and neglect and serious incidents, to the Senior Habilitation Coordinator, Manager, or Supervisor upon discovery.
- Uphold agency values and maintain a positive, pleasant, and supportive atmosphere at work.
- Attend monthly staff meetings and necessary training and individual-specific in-services.
- Ensure no person is left without proper coverage or relief, or in an unsafe condition due to staffing needs.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits and programs for eligible team members and their dependents, which may include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
