Eden Streets is a nonprofit that relaunches lives through farming. Our missions is to empower communities to grow food, jobs, connections and hope through farming. We work with vulnerable populations including those facing homelessness, veterans, refugees, and reentering citizens.

Our work environment includes:

• Food provided
• On-the-job training
• Growth opportunities

Position Summary:

As the Job Training Program Manager, you will be responsible for developing and overseeing the job-training program for individuals re-launching their lives, fostering a positive and supportive team, “farmily” environment. To farm trainees, you will be known as their job-training supervisor to whom they report. Collaborating closely with the Farm Manager and Trainee Advocate, you will play a pivotal role in the success of our holistic approach to vocational rehabilitation and skill-building. You will primarily use interactive group activities which foster job- and life-skill development in an fun, uplifting, enjoyable work setting.

Location: 880 28th Street, Ogden, UT

Position Type: Part-time, 15 hours per week, $25 per hour

Farm operating hours: 4-6 pm Mon- Fri

Session 1: March 19, 2024 to July 9, 2024

Organization Overview:

Eden Streets is a non-profit organization committed to supporting individuals facing homelessness to rebuild their lives through sustainable agriculture. Our farm, Grow Odgen is a flagship project of Eden Streets, currently on a 1/8th acre with potential for a 1/4 acre expansion, focuses on cultivating fresh produce for donation to local food pantries. Grow Ogden is a job training program on an urban farm that transitionally employs those facing homelessness. Grow Ogden plans to hire 3 individuals facing homelessness by mid-March 2024. We believe in empowering individuals through practical skills and holistic support. We are seeking a dynamic Program Manager to lead our efforts in transforming lives through agriculture.

Trainee Demographic:

As Farm Job Training Program Manager, you will be primarily working with those facing or experiencing homelessness. These individuals include those vulnerable populations: veterans, reentering citizens, unhoused, refugees, those assigned community service or recovering from spouse or substance abuse.

Responsibilities:

1. Training Program Development:

• Design and implement a comprehensive, team-based training program that combines hands-on farming experience with life- and job-skills development for individuals relaunching their lives. Build upon program outline and best practices provided by Eden Streets program director for each 16-week session.
• Collaborate with Eden Streets program director to adapt the program for your session’s clients and constraints.
• Collaborate with the Farm Manager and Farm Trainee Advocate to align training activities with farm operations and goals.
• Apply principles from Jolene Park’s functional well being training into the daily farm experience..

2. Trainee Leadership:

• Lead and mentor a team of at least three farm trainees, providing guidance, support, and encouragement throughout their learning journey.
• Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere that promotes personal physical, emotional, social, and professional growth for trainees.
• Advocate for trainee self-care and improved health and wellness. This includes participating in group cooking and nutrition classes.

3. Collaboration:

• Work closely with the Farm Manager and Trainee Advocate to ensure seamless coordination between farm operations, one-on-one coaching, and training activities.
• Contribute to the development and execution of joint initiatives that enhance the overall impact of the organization.

4. Community Engagement:

• Engage with the local community, especially nonprofits with case managers whose clients fall within the farm’s trainee demographic, to raise awareness about the program and recruit potential trainees.
• Organize community events and workshops to promote the organization's mission and values. Engage primary sponsors, partners, and donors in a way that enhances the value of Grow Ogden for all stakeholders.
• Use social media and other media channels to appropriately share the life-relaunching work occurring at the farm while respecting privacy and the needs of the trainees.

5. Documentation and Reporting:

• Align upon a common set of metrics for daily, weekly, and monthly progress.
• Maintain accurate records of trainee progress, achievements, and challenges using a standard set of metrics as well as qualitative assessments.
• Prepare regular reports for organizational leadership on program effectiveness and impact.
• Collect stories of individuals' lives who have been positively impacted through the Grow Ogden program. Share with Grow Ogden farm and Eden Streets leadership.

6. Advocacy and Support:

• Advocate for trainees' needs and interests within the organization and the broader community.
• Provide additional support or resources as needed to address individual challenges.

Qualifications:

• Strong personal alignment with Eden Streets’
• Passion for empowering individuals through sustainable agriculture and skill-building.
• Experience with supervision or team leading.
• Ability to work on the farm doing farm tasks shoulder-to-shoulder with trainees.
• Dynamic, positive, and energetic personality as someone who sees the greatness in each individual.
• Previous experience in program management, particularly in adult education, skills training, and / or community development.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Able to read verbal and nonverbal cues and rapidly adapt to an individual's needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and passion for the position to Karl@edenstreets.org.

Eden Streets is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Application Deadline: 3/12/24

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 15 per week

Compensation package:

• Hourly pay

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Ogden, UT 84403: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person