What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gardener position at Hospice of NW Ohio?
This position is roughly 20 hours per week and is seasonal.
Qualification Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Two (2) years of relevant experience preferred.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Must be professional, flexible and the ability to work at both building locations.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile in good working condition and is insured in accordance with state and agency requirements.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Understands and is committed to the hospice philosophy.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Maintain and rejuvenate existing grounds, gardens, and courtyard ponds at the Hospice Centers; work with and assist scheduled garden and community group volunteers.
- Working within the current landscape plans, design and install new gardens, as needed, to enhance the beauty of the Hospice Centers grounds.
- Water and pruning gardens on a regular schedule.
- Purchase plants, materials and supplies within approved budget.
- Coordinate donated plants, materials, garden art and supplies.
- Maintain hospice garden equipment and purchase equipment as needed and within the approved budget.
- Prepare the grounds and gardens for seasonal changes, i.e. spring cleanup and winterizing beds.
- Communicate and work supervisor and maintenance personnel regarding any maintenance issues on the Hospice Centers grounds.
- Responsible for learning and utilizing technology made available by the agency to increase efficiency, communication and performance of duties.
- Attends staff meetings and completes all mandatory training.
- Holds in strictest confidence all patient information and discloses information and data only to persons authorized by Hospice.
