Farm Activities Coordinator (Part-Time, Year-Round | 24 HoursWeek)

About the Role

We are seeking a Farm Activities Coordinator to support a unique mission-driven program that combines hands-on farm work with meaningful engagement for adults with developmental disabilities. This role blends agriculture animal care and activity leadership creating a dynamic and rewarding work environment year-round.

From April through October the role is primarily focused on vegetable/plant farming and outdoor work. During the winter months the focus shifts toward structured activity-based programming.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with vegetable farming operations including planting weeding harvesting and general crop care
• Support the care and well-being of small to medium farm animals (e.g. goats chickens pigs rabbits guinea pigs)
• Help create and lead engaging activities and programming tailored to individuals interests and abilities
• Foster a safe inclusive and person-centered environment that supports individual goals and dignity
• Assist with maintaining farm grounds supplies and activity materials
• Collaborate with staff and leadership to ensure high-quality programming and care

What Makes This Role Unique

• Combines farming animal care and human services in one role
• Opportunity to make a direct meaningful impact on individuals daily lives
• Seasonal variety: outdoor farm work in warmer months creative programming in winter

Compensation & Benefits

This is a part-time (24 hours/week) fully benefited position which is rare for farm-based roles. Benefits include:

• Health insurance eligibility
• Dental (Guardian)
• Vision (EyeMed)
• Voluntary Benefits (Unum)
• Paid time off (vacation sick and personal time)

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience working with plants specifically vegetables/crop production
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (seasonally)
• Reliable consistent and able to commit year-round (including winter months)
• Valid drivers license (MA NH RI) and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with small or mixed livestock (goats chickens pigs rabbits etc.)
• Experience leading activities groups or programming
• Experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities