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If you (or someone you know) can’t bear another summer in an office, loves small farm life, working with great people, or improving lives in their community in truly meaningful ways, let’s talk. Job descriptions are below or email info@homefields.org to find a time to discuss. We need you and you might just need us!
Supervise and train farmhands and volunteers who may have prior experience and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities. Support the farmer as needed, follow a budget, manage a marketing plan, conform to applicable laws and safety standards, and maintain a safe and hospitable environment. Fill the role of team lead and operate all farm equipment as assigned by the Farm Manager. The Lead Farmhand is expected to follow instructions related to seeding, weeding, planting, harvesting, and other farm-related tasks. Greet shareholders and other guests, and answer questions as appropriate. 
Homefields Care Farm is Lancaster County’s longest-running community-supported agriculture (CSA) program and has created vocational and volunteer opportunities for hundreds of people who have a disability or other barriers to traditional employment. We’ve provided over 300 varieties of fresh fruit and vegetables to families like yours for over 20 years. Homefields is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization. We provide housing, food, jobs, education, and volunteer options for people of all abilities, and manage our farmland with sustainable and chemical-free techniques. Find out more here. |
