What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundwork Garden Training Associate position at Appalachian Sustainable Development?
Appalachian Sustainable Development (ASD)
Garden Training Associate
ASD’s Groundwork workforce development program provides paid, on-the-job training combined with wraparound services that support personal and career growth. The program provides opportunities for job shadowing and internships, in addition to advanced education through college coursework or certifications, as well as training on essential skills, financial literacy, career development, and more.
Duties and Responsibilities
Day-to-day work responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Maintenance of a community garden (mowing, infrastructure repair, clean-up/organization)
- Using machinery and power tools (weed eater, mower, drills, seeder)
- Crop planning with the Garden Supervisor
- arden work (seed sowing, watering, transplanting, weeding)
- Learning and implementing irrigation systems
- Learn how to properly harvesting produce
- Learning and implementing Good Agricultural Practices (G.A.P.)
- Learning foundational business, marketing, and entrepreneurial skills
- Working to develop the garden social enterprise(s) which may include:
- Business planning and management, including developing a brand and customer base
- Direct marketing and sales training
- Entrepreneurship workshops
- Leadership workshops
- Packing orders
- Loading and delivering produce
- Participating in potential evening and weekend markets
- Driving to and from different work sites
Certifications and Trainings
As part of this program, employees will participate in the following trainings and/or earn the following certifications:
Trainings
Certifications
Effective Communications
GAP Training (Certification)
Financial Literacy
CPRS - Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (Certification)
Resume Building and Career Planning
Food Safety (Certification)
Goal Setting
Please note: All associates must wear closed-toe shoes or boots in the garden.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $15.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15