Highwater Farm

Highwater Farm - Youth Program Lead

The Youth Program Lead position is a full-time, 12-week commitment between May 15 - August 15, 2024. The Youth Program Lead will work closely with the entire Highwater team, to lead 20 teens through agricultural tasks and educational experiences in the Summer Youth Program. The YPLs primary responsibility is to directly lead and mentor youth crew workers on the farm. This position includes two weeks of on-farm orientation and training prior to the start of program where leaders are oriented to the mission and vision of Highwater Farm, including service expectations, program structure and schedule, and leadership and safety training. It is critical that the YPL is available and committed to serving the entire 12 weeks. We seek enthusiastic, organized and motivated individuals with a strong desire to become fully invested in service during their time with us. Ideal candidates possess enthusiasm for the outdoors, a strong work ethic and a good sense of humor.

Member Duties : AmeriCorps Member Duties Participate in farm tasks throughout the season, including but not limited to: seeding, bed prep, irrigating fields, trellising, weeding and maintaining crops, harvesting, processing and packaging produce. Serve closely with the Highwater Farm staff to coordinate and facilitate summer program daily and weekly logistics, including: work hours, morning meeting, on-site workshops, off-site cooking classes and farm tours, service opportunities and farmers market participation. Uphold and train youth in work standards, mentorship, feedback strategies (Real Talk) and basic agricultural work practices. Lead select workshops, games and activities focused on building introductory knowledge of social justice and food justice issues; communication skills; and relationship building across social barriers.

Program Benefits : Relocation Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Living Allowance .

Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours .

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