GREENHOUSE INSTRUCTOR
On-siteDothan, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Manage greenhouse operations, including repair, maintenance, and inventory control, while determining markets for wholesale and retail sales. Teach persons served about landscape and greenhouse operations by developing daily lesson plans, leading organized activities, and coordinating with Day Program personnel. Maintain flowerbeds at agency sites and contract job sites, and serve as a gardening resource for the general public. Handle wedding and event rental programs by preparing plants, scheduling pickups, and maintaining rental items. Assist with personal hygiene, assessments, and Individual Support Plans while performing general housekeeping and driving as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations
- High school diploma or GED
- Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years
- Possession of a valid driver's license
- Good driving record
- Knowledge of agency policies and of the agency, Alabama Department of Mental Health, and Medicaid guidelines
- Knowledge of greenhouse management and horticulture principles
- Knowledge of the delivery of instructional services for individuals with intellectual disabilities
- Knowledge of ISP implementation principles
- Knowledge of sales and marketing principles
- Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs
- Knowledge of basic math skills
- Skill in the delivery of instructional plans
- Skill in the management of a greenhouse
- Skill in the management of flowerbeds and landscaping
- Skill in problem solving
- Skill in prioritizing and planning
- Skill in interpersonal relations
- Skill in oral and written communication
- Skills in time management
- Maintains certification in CPR, First Aid, and CPI
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