Lawn Care Coordinator (Summer Term)

About You :

• Are you looking for fulfilling work in the health care and social assistance industry where your everyday actions can make a difference?
• Do you share our vision to build a community of inclusion where people with intellectual disabilities are valued?
• Do you enjoy cheering people on and watching them succeed?
• If you answered "YES!" to the above, this role may be of interest to you!

About DASCH :

DASCH is a non-profit organization established in 1974 dedicated to exploring and meeting the residential, day program, respite and foster care needs of youth and adults. All our programs are based in Winnipeg. Our residential program consists of over 50 homes, our day services program consists of two day programs and our educational program called DASCHWorks supports people in finding and maintaining meaningful employment. People can participate in personalized social, educational, vocational and recreational services that provide learning opportunities and greater independence. Learn more about our services at

Position Summary :

Under the direction of the Manager of Quality Care and Vocational Development, the Lawn Care Coordinator is responsible for the maintenance of green space, outdoor property areas, and flower beds, as well as training and supervision of the lawn care team. The position involves working with people with intellectual disabilities who have an interest in outdoor landscaping to help expand on their skillsets that they can transfer over to other employment opportunities.

Working collaboratively, in a positive atmosphere of inclusion, the Lawn Care Coordinator will identify needs, abilities, strengths, and interests of the people we support.

Salary :

per hour

Benefits :

Employer-paid training

Lawn care equipment provided and will be readily available at all work sites.

Paid mileage

Schedule :

Term Position

35 hours per week

Term end date : September 6, 2024

Role & Responsibilities :

Perform lawn maintenance tasks at DASCH properties throughout Winnipeg.

Supervise, motivate, and monitor the performance of the lawn care team.

Coordinating the weekly schedule of lawn care team.

Receiving and answering emails from customers.

Serve as a positive role model for the people we support.

Recognize and provide physical, emotional, and social support to each person in a respectful and caring manner.

Provide learning opportunities and support in areas such as : personal hygiene, socialization, and etiquette in the workplace.

Advocate on behalf of the people we support, always keeping their best interests in mind.

Promote independence and encourage decision-making through recognition and respect of the interests and choices of the people we support.

Complete and maintain required documentation, in a well-written, legible manner.

Maintain effective communication with the Manager of Quality Care and Vocational Development, co-workers, and the people we support.

Skills & Qualifications :

Canadian Grade 10 Education or equivalent (degree, certificate, or diploma programs completed in English or French) or Level 6 on the Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment is required.

Full or Intermediate Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License with access to a vehicle for use during work hours is required.

Experience in lawn care including mowing, trimming, planting, and weeding.

Knowledge of Smartphones and Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Patience, understanding, and ability to listen non-judgmentally.

Sound knowledge of intellectual disabilities and experience working in the field is an asset.

Please note that employment within DASCH is contingent on the receipt of satisfactory background checks, including Criminal Record Check (CRC), Adult Abuse Registry Check (AARC) and Child Abuse Registry Check (CARC) as well as employment reference checks. DASCH will accept existing CRC, AARC and CARC if dated within 3 months of your application date. You may be required to apply for a CRC in-person if you have lived in the province of Manitoba for less than 1 year. CRC can be obtained in-person at 245 Smith Street, Winnipeg. You may also apply for a CRC online, with a valid credit card, at . Obtaining these documents is not a guarantee of employment.