Horticulture Assistant - Seasonal/Part Time - Janesville

Description

Agrace is a nonprofit, community health care organization that is nationally recognized as a leader in the hospice industry. Well known for end-of-life care, Agrace also serves people across southern Wisconsin who are aging, seriously ill or grieving. 

Agrace has a strong culture of employee engagement. In 2023, Agrace was named the #1 Top Workplace by the Wisconsin State Journal and Energage, and #79 of the top 100 companies in the country among those with an employee base of 500 to 999 workers!

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH (AND WHAT THEY HAVE TO SAY)

The Horticulture Assistant works on a collaborative team of volunteers, facility workers, and kitchen staff to cultivate welcoming grounds for Agrace’s patients, families, and staff to enjoy.

“Management cares and offers support, nobody at the organization belittles anyone for asking questions or help. Agrace makes everyone feel valued.” -Agrace Employee.  

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THIS ROLE (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

The Horticulture Assistant is responsible for landscape & garden maintenance of all gardens and grounds, providing supervision for volunteers, and snow removal.

Horticulture

• Assist in maintenance of patient room patio landscaping.
• Assist in maintenance and development of gardens, landscaped areas, prairies, and woodlands.
• Assist in Horticulture program development

Landscape

• Perform general site maintenance including operation of power equipment.

Volunteer Supervision

• Lead volunteers on maintenance of gardens.

Snow Removal

• Perform snow removal on all sidewalks, stairs, entrances and exits.

YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)

• Experienced gardener with demonstrated horticulture knowledge including plant identification/care.
• Experienced landscaper with demonstrated landscape knowledge including mulching, edging & pruning.
• Two years of relevant experience preferred
• Ability to direct volunteers
• Proficiency with hand and power tools
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to be flexible in time and task to meet organizational needs
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about patients, families, caregivers, staff, donors, and organizational intellectual property
• Ability to use proper body mechanics and standard precautions

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At Agrace we are strengthened by the diverse experiences, cultures and traditions of our staff, patients, and clients.

Together, we pursue a vision of equity—in which every Agrace staff member is treated fairly, and every patient and client experiences the respectful, individualized care they need and deserve.

We foster a culture of belonging and inclusion that celebrates people’s uniqueness and leads to meaningful, empathetic connections.

Agrace HospiceCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Studies have shown that women, communities of color and historically underrepresented talent are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all qualifications. At Agrace we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, We would still love to talk about roles at Agrace Join talent network