Garden Manager
hace 4 días
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Job Description St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center JOB TITLE: Garden Manager FSLA STATUS: Exempt/Full Time Hours: Monday through Friday; 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; occasional Saturday RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Programming SUPERVISES: Garden staff, support persons, volunteers and others as assigned. BASIC FUNCTIONS: • Perform duties under the direct supervision of the Director of Programming and Executive Director., • Work collaboratively with Director of Programming, Development team and Executive Director., • Establish working relationships with vendors, customers and community outreach., • Work Saturdays if needed and provide supervision of staff who assist on weekends., • Support off-hours events when asked. Exempt employees are expected to work irregular/extended hours as deemed necessary., • Maintain a safe working environment., • Capable of being self-motivated and working independently when directly unsupervised., • Responsible for compliance of SMSC’s policies and procedures and maintain proper program confidentiality., • Understand that as an SMSC employee you must present yourself in a professional manner, with the agency’s best interest in mind, when acting as a representative of St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center., • Responsible to report any documented or suspected unlawful discrimination, harassment or suspected abuse though proper channels., • Attend all staff meetings and individual meetings as scheduled., • Ability to submit written reports as needed., • Exhibit an ability to be flexible within your job description that may include working irregular hours., • Follow all applicable laws, rules and regulations pertaining to Title 17 and Title 22 of the State of California DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Play a vital role in the development of a business/marketing plan in garden retail., • Development a purchasing/planting calendar in collaboration with garden instructors, garden lead., • Maintain the sales house at all times; to include ordering plants and garden items for special events/holidays, pricing, display design and organization of the garden kiosk., • Conduct garden tours, assist in the planning of special Saturday garden events and schedule demonstrations as needed., • Ensure all aspects of garden retail and garden are maintained within safety guidelines and agricultural standards., • Assure licensing and certifications related to the garden (nursery, organic, and certified producers) are maintained and kept up-to-date., • Expand community contacts, widen customer base and increase garden visibility., • Directly supervise developmentally disabled individuals participating in the Work Activity and Activity Center Programs who are scheduled in the garden., • Design plant/flower arrangements for event specific occasions as well as making contacts and follow through including creation of invoices, customer service etc., • Determines event/holiday/seasonal specific sales in the garden in collaboration with the Director of Programming and Executive Director., • Maintain the garden sales in Administration building’s lobby during seasonal sales etc., • Work closely with Development in preparation of events that relate to garden revenue building and seasonal sales., • Accommodate requests that may come from Administration and Development on short notice., • Interact with visitors, customers and vendors in a professional manner and routine basis., • Keep accurate records of sales and track product inventory., • Manage or assign retail aspects of the garden at special events that are campus-based as well as those scheduled throughout the year in the community., • Assure that consumer’s individual ISP goals relating to the garden are implemented and documented., • Maintain confidentiality related to management discussions, decisions and HIPAA regulations., • Assist in the development and lead implementation of garden outcome objectives., • Orient and manage garden volunteers., • Oversee the daily operations of the garden and provides customer service during program hours., • Ensure all programs, Regional Center, CARF and Agriculture department standards, CCL and other applicable requirements are maintained., • Oversee the development, implementation and structure of garden curriculum., • Write and conduct garden staff annual reviews., • Maintain confidentiality related to management discussions and decisions., • Assure daily documentation is completed by garden subordinates, • Develop professional, caring, empathetic relationships with consumers., • Responsible to meet deadlines determined by the Director of Programming and Executive Director., • Work on the floor when required due to staffing shortages for participants’ health and safety., • Expected to provide appropriate personal care to program participants based on individual needs, i.e. assisting with personal hygiene tasks. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS: Individual will frequently be required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms; occasionally require to climb or balance; frequently bends, twists, stoops and kneels; and will assist with lifting and transferring adults from wheelchairs to a variety of locations with the organization or community. Frequently may have to lift up to 50 lbs. for purposes of consumer safety or setting up activities. Will be required to work outside in all weather conditions. May be required to walk distances up to one-half mile in length. Occasionally there will be situations requiring high stamina. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Maintain the garden, garden kiosk, sales house, all equipment and storage areas in a safe, locked, organized and working fashion within the parameters of all state health regulations. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be 18 years of age, • Minimum high school diploma or GED required, • Preferred six months of direct care or direct training of people with developmental, learning or physical disabilities or equivalent experience in social services, • Two years horticulture experience plus degree, • Knowledge of irrigation systems, • Business experience a plus, • Two years management experience, • Preferred Disability Professional Services Certificate or enrollment in Disabilities Services Management Certificate classes, • Strong Advocate for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, • Good listener who follows instructions and is not afraid to ask questions, • Ability to be flexible and embrace change, • Must be able to conform to applicable laws, rules and regulations pertaining to Title 17 and Title 22 of the State of California, • Must be able to read, write and understand English, • Must be able to pass pre-employment health screening/TB test, • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, • Must be able to obtain and maintain the required criminal records clearance, • Valid CA driver’s license, clean DMV report, and 18 months of licensed driving experience, • Must be able to successfully complete CPR and First Aid training during the orientation process and update certification annually, • Adheres to the *Mission Statement, Vision, and Values of St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center *Mission of St. Madeleine Sophies Center is to educate and empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to realize their full potential. Vision: St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through nationally recognized innovative programs. We combine our culture of care and creativity with quality programs to provide liberal arts education, practical skills development, employment, and dignity for life. Values: Integrity, Innovation, Creativity, Advocacy, Quality, Sustainability, Education, Leadership, Kindness. Monday through Friday; 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; occasional Saturday