Purpose: AmeriCorps members in this program will be responsible for healthier streams, a more robust circular economy for community resources, a more engaged public acting as conservationists for ecosystems, increased direct service through volunteerism, and progress in their own workforce pathway. Through restoring and conserving the environment, building the next generation of leaders, helping small communities do big things, and building capacity, this member will contribute to a better quality of life for Ohioans.
Essential Functions of this AmeriCorps Position:
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Preparing planting areas / beds
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Planting of seed and seed starts/transplanting seedlings to field
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Mulching and weed management
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Irrigation management and maintenance
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Harvesting and post harvest handling of vegetables and cut flowers
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Delivery of produce and flowers to food pantries, including help with delivery coordination
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Fence building and maintenance
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Tending to multiple vegetable and cut flower gardens
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High tunnel maintenance and growing (especially in winter)
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Reliably attend in-person service that supports education, conservation and restoration, food and resource access and distribution, heritage and resource-based tourism, and public lands access, in accordance with ADA requirements.
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Support other Appalachian Ohio Restore Corps members and their programs.
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Participate in training and conferences as necessary to increase knowledge and gain career networking opportunities. This position requires a minimum of 10% and a maximum of 20% of service in training hours to be eligible for the Segal Education at the end of successfully-completed terms. All training hours must be logged between the official start and end date. Examples of training members can participate in include: Red Cross CPR/First Aid, Wilderness First Aid, Project Wet & Wild, LeaderCorps, & Public Speaking.
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Complete monthly activity reports, narrative reports (OnCorps Great Stories), required timesheets and periodic reports through the OnCorps online system and Google Drive.
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Complete Midterm and End of Term Evaluations and paperwork.
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Attend required AORC and The Garden for All meetings and events.
Other Duties & Responsibilities of AmeriCorps Member:
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Troubleshooting and resolving issues
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Leading and directing volunteers as needed to accomplish planned tasks
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Support volunteer training, process, and procedure development
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Participate at Farmer’s markets and other community events to raise awareness about The Garden for All
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Collect content and prepare posts for social media, newsletters, flyers, etc.
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Complete in person orientation. Members will learn about AmeriCorps benefits, prohibited & unallowable activities, AORC member expectations, training opportunities, regional history & culture, and various personal & professional development opportunities available to them throughout their term.
