Member Duties : The successful candidate will work directly with the Garden Manager to grow and harvest fresh produce in The Foodbank's 50 raised bed urban gardens. The candidate will also work independently to create a produce gleaning program that will source local produce directly from local growers. The VISTA will spend the majority of their time outdoors and will be offered a flexible schedule. Candidates will require superior community skills, be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and have some prior gardening experience. The Foodbank is a leading nonprofit in the Miami Valley and provides access to relevant training opportunities at no-cost to employees and VISTAs.
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Program Benefits :
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
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Living Allowance
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Training
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Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours
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Permits attendance at school during off hours
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Service Areas :
Neighborhood Revitalization
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Environment
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Hunger
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Skills :
General Skills
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Public Speaking
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Community Organization
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Leadership
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Public Health
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Communications
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Recruitment
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SUMMARY |
Program Type: |
AmeriCorps VISTA |
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Program |
ShareCorps -Foodbank Dayton- Summer Garden Assistant |
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Program Start/End Date |
06/04/2018
- 08/05/2018 |
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Work Schedule |
Summer |
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Education level |
High school diploma/GED |
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Age Requirement |
Minimum:
18
Maximum:
None |
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Program Locations |
OHIO
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Accepting Applications |
From 02/26/2018 To 05/10/2018 |
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Contact |
Maureen Allen |
56 Armor Pl |
Dayton OH 45417
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6142214336 |
mallen@ohiofoodbanks.org |
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Listing ID |
78780 |
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