Job Title: Gardening/Grounds Volunteer
Category: Buildings & Grounds
Reports to: Buildings & Grounds Manager
Worksite: House of Mercy
Location: 285 Ormond St
Hours Needed: Available hours will be scheduled Monday-Sunday for the following shifts; Monday 6:00pm-7:00pm, Wednesday 6:00pm-7:00pm, Friday 6:00pm-7:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-9:00am, Sunday 8:00am-9:00am. Minimum hours/week-1 and maximum hours/week-5. All Volunteer shifts are approved through Mission Tracker by the Volunteer Coordinator. Gardening & Grounds Volunteer will report to Brian Keene, Buildings & Grounds Manager.
Functions: Assist with the maintenance and care of our six garden beds. This includes removal of weeds, planting new flowers and veggies where appropriate, watering of plants, and harvesting of vegetables as they come in, and bringing them to the kitchen. Additionally, raking debris away from fences, sweeping of our paved spaces, and may occasionally include power washing and cleaning up our patio space. Please dress comfortably in weather appropriate clothing that you won’t mind potentially getting dirty. Closed toed shoes are required to be worn, along with gardening gloves (provided).
Requirements: Must be able to follow directions closely and work well independently or as a team. Must be comfortable working within a homeless shelter and be able to communicate with individuals with diverse backgrounds and possible barriers.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift >10 pounds and be able to be outside for the entirety of shift. Gardening and Grounds volunteers will spend a lot of time kneeling, standing, and walking. If you have physical limitations please communicate those with the Volunteer Coordinator.
