Recreation Assistant

Position Summary Under supervision of the Market Farm Manager and the Garden Wellness Coordinator, the Garden Assistant maintains the interior landscaping and garden space at the Dahlia Campus for Health and Well-Being. This position will work with the farm team in the farm’s outreach, and community support programs including volunteer days, garden wellness program, food distribution, and workshops. This job assists in all ongoing tasks associated with the alcove garden and surrounding areas. This role works approximately 40 hours per week from June through October. The position will work primarily Monday‑Friday with evening hours once a week on either Tuesdays or Wednesdays. The role spends 3 days a week in the alcove gardens, 1 day on the market farm, and 1 day in the aquaponic greenhouse. Compensation & Benefits Hourly rate: $27.79. The posted range represents the full hiring range. Offers will not exceed this range, with most candidates placed near the midpoint based on experience and qualifications. Job Duties & Functions Assist in plant start production including seeding, transplanting, harvesting and general maintenance in the greenhouse. Prep soil in the garden and market farm area using low‑till practices. Plant and maintain annual and perennial plants, including food crops and landscape plants. Maintain a regular weeding schedule for Alcove Gardens and accessible pathways, ensuring easy passage throughout the garden. Maintain and repair the drip irrigation system. Maintain the U‑pick garden area, including placing relevant signs and information, trellising crops for easy harvest, and assisting community members as needed. Assist the farm manager with projects on the 1‑acre market farm and in the therapy garden as needed. Assist in the aquaponic greenhouse under the supervision of the greenhouse manager. Participate in either farm stand on Tuesday evenings or pantry on Wednesday evenings. Work with volunteer groups of up to 15 people of all ages to assist with garden maintenance. Collaborate with the Garden Wellness Coordinator to host field trips, classes, activities, etc. in the garden area, at the pantry, and at the farm stand. Facilitate communication and understanding of site programs, services, goals and values through tours and talks. Assist in building relationships and collaborations with other food and farm organizations to strengthen the local food system by helping to facilitate tours for local farmers. Attend weekly farm team meetings. Collaborate with the Farm team and others in planning for farm‑related events at the Dahlia Campus for Health and Well‑Being and occasionally off‑site. Help carry out a Farms and Gardens vision and mission that are in line with the voices of the community of the Northeast Park Hill neighborhood. Regularly respond to emails and chats, and complete required WellPower trainings on a regular basis. Contribute to a positive and welcoming environment at the Dahlia Campus. Other duties as assigned. Requirements & Qualifications Education: High school diploma or GED. Experience: Minimum of 2 seasons of experience in landscaping, agriculture, or gardening, including weed and pest management. Experience with leading groups, volunteers, and public speaking. Experience with record keeping. Work Location Dahlia Campus – 3401 Eudora St, Denver, CO 80207. Shift/Hours Approximately 40 hours per week from June to October, primarily Monday‑Friday, with an evening shift once a week on either Tuesdays or Wednesdays. 3 days a week in the alcove gardens, 1 day on the market farm, and 1 day in the aquaponic greenhouse. Physical Requirements Standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, repetitive hand/finger motions, manual dexterity. May involve early mornings, evenings, weekends, and variable hours based on season and weather. Equal‑Opportunity Statement WellPower is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, transfer, or promotion opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr