Company description

Camphill Village Minnesota (CVM) is a non-profit organization in Central Minnesota. CVM’s mission is to create and sustain community where people with and without disabilities live, work and care for each other to foster social, spiritual, cultural and agricultural renewal. The community is part of an international movement of over 100 communities worldwide.

Every year, CVM welcomes individuals from around the globe to share their life together. For most who come here, Camphill is a lifestyle, not so much a job. Some people come to us for a refreshing new take on life after university. Others come seeking a new direction. Still others come because they are searching for a permanent place to call home. Regardless of their motivations, these "Coworkers" bring gifts of knowledge and experience that serve the community, and leave with even more to share with the world around them. CVM welcomes individuals, couples, and families however they may come.

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Job description

The Garden Manager is responsible for the production of vegetables for the community and outside markets whilst managing a team of coworkers to create a therapeutic work environment for their peers with developmental disabilities. It is the responsibility of the Garden Manager to work with the community to determine the size of production. This is based on a balance between the skills of the Garden Manager, the needs of the community and the other financial, human and land resources that are currently available. The garden is one of many work areas in the community which include homemaking, food processing, crafts, forestry, farming, and art. During the growing season the garden is a core workplace in our community. The Garden Manager and food processors must work closely together as a team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage 2 acres of organically grown produce
• Manage and work alongside a crew of 8 people who have a range of abilities
• Develop a garden plan with the community based on needs and resources
• Complete state mandated and Camphill specific training
• Work 5-6 days per week at varied hours
• Openness to learning about, creating, and spraying biodynamic preparations

Qualifications and Skills:

• Organic and /or biodynamic vegetable production experience ( minimum of 1 year experience preferred)
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities (minimum 1 year experience preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs
• Ability to set goals and make an assessment of successes and how to better achieve goals in the next growing season
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors for long periods of time
• Experience with tractor and equipment operation and maintenance preferred
• Volunteer coordination experience preferred

Compensation:

• Housing: Provided by the community. Daily farm fresh meals also provided.
• Base pay: $200 / month stipend
• Benefits: Health insurance
• Vehicle access (gas and insurance included),
• Three weeks paid vacation per year
• There is a needs-based fiscal conversation upon acceptance to make sure financial dependencies are being met. This includes a conversation about student debt payment plans.

Learning Opportunities:

The biodynamic approach to agriculture, also coming out of Anthroposophy, provides the core tenets of our farming philosophy. In addition to biodynamic principles and practices, land workers will also learn holistic management and permaculture approaches to agriculture and land stewardship. The Garden Manager will also have the opportunity to collaborate and work with other local farms, including our Amish neighbors. Time is also provided to be away for training and conferences.

Compensation

this position is: room & board

Work visa

This employer is willing to sponsor a work visa for international applicants

Application instructions

Deadline

January 01, 2018