Care Garden Facilitator

Therapeutic gardens, Horticultural therapy

Hiring : Long-Term Care Garden Facilitator

Organization : The Giving Garden Project™

Location : Stoney Creek, Hamilton, Ontario

Part-time contract 10hrs / wk

Duration : April - November

Rate of pay : $25 / hr

The Giving Garden Project™ is an Ontario-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to foster health, connection, and well-being by creating therapeutic gardens. We serve seniors and vulnerable populations, addressing food insecurity, mental health, social isolation, and ecological responsibility through accessible, community-driven gardening initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Establishing and maintaining vegetable gardens in raised garden beds (including weekly maintenance visits and facilitating participation of staff and residents).
• Supporting LTC home staff with watering and garden maintenance duties.
• Developing and delivering weekly garden programming and education for LTC residents and staff.
• Coordinating garden harvests with LTC kitchens and donations to community organizations.
• Establishing a collaborative garden culture within the LTC homes for residents, staff and families.
• Tracking attendance and providing feedback to the Program Lead.
• Work remotely as part of a collaborative team, participating in regular virtual check-ins.
• Following health, safety, and accessibility protocols.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Other Requirements

TO APPLY

Please email your cover letter and résumé to maria@thegivinggarden.ca . Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, February 25th. Applicants will be selected for an interview in early March with a start date in April.

Job Types : Part-time contract (10 hrs / wk)

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