Job description

Biodynamic Gardener wanted

The Cascadia Society for Social Working is located on the beautiful North Shore of Vancouver British Columbia. We are an urban lifesharing community, part of the international Camphill movement, dedicated to working together with adults of all abilities.

Our activities include many crafts such as basket, candle, fibre arts and pottery making, as well as a strong emphasis on the arts and the celebration of festivals. We have a substantial biodynamic garden with a large composting system, and we work at beautifying the neighbourhood, growing on any available garden space we can find. We are actively connected to the Edible Garden project, C-Dar Farm in Squamish, and our local vegan restaurant.

Our garden consists of seasonal vegetables and fruit. We have 3 beehives (including a sunhive) and we grow our own willows to make baskets and willow fences. We're looking for a part time gardener (approx 26 hrs/wk). This person must have knowledge and/or experience with organic/biodynamic gardening. An important aspect of the daily work is gardening and teaching skills to special needs adults. To have experience & interest in this field is of great importance.

Our current garden crew is comprised of a strong group of six (special needs adults) and three coworkers.Our challenge is to maximize the growing season and to expand our operation to include rooftop gardening and some marketing.If you have expertise in the above areas please contact us.

We're looking forward in showing you around the garden!

Requirements

• Degree or certification in horticulture, urban farming or biodynamics
• At least 5 years experience growing edibles (could be in your own garden!)
• Ability to plan, diagnose and problem-solve using biodynamic or organic methods
• Versatility in finding activities for the winter months, which can include artitic activities
• Knowledge of composting, fruit tree pruning
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to write reports, email, basic office and internet skills
• Interest in community building

Pluses

• Cascadia is a small community with many opportunities for initiatives and networking in the wider area.
• We have a holistic approach, and a wide group of friends and supporters.
• Opportunities for continuing education through the Camphill Academy Social Therapy Training.

Compensation

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Application instructions

Deadline

November 14, 2014