Instructor, Therapeutic Horticulture Programs
$38,105,600–$38,105,600 year
On-siteSt. Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Develop, prepare, and facilitate therapeutic horticulture programs for adults, children, and seniors in healthcare, senior living, and social service agencies, focusing on the process rather than the end result. Deliver engaging, nature-focused activities that coordinate with client goals, primarily within the St. Louis community and at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Create and maintain program supplies, collaborate with staff on session planning and post-session evaluations, and ensure all safety standards are followed by enforcing guidelines and reporting incidents. Travel to partner organizations in Missouri and Illinois using a personal vehicle, adapting methods to diverse participant abilities while maintaining a culture of teamwork.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of three to five years' experience working with a variety of populations facilitating nature-based programs
- Strong organizational, therapeutic, educational and horticultural skills with demonstrated knowledge of plants and plant management practices and the ability to successfully adapt to diverse conditions and participant abilities
- Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Horticultural Therapy, or related degree OR Associate's Degree in Horticulture or related area
- Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral/written)
- Must be able to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR certification
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
- Must have the ability to pass a background screening and motor vehicle report (MVR) to meet minimum insurance underwriting criteria
- Must be willing to submit to testing and background checks required by the state of Missouri in order to enter classrooms and/or work with children at MBG sites
- Ability to stand and move about MBG facilities or classrooms for extended periods of time, 50 - 80% or more of a typical workday is standing on feet (e.g., extensive standing, walking, reaching and stooping)
- Ability to utilize computer keyboard (typing)
- Able to lift up to (30) pounds (i.e., load, unload and move supplies and equipment)
- Ability to work exposed to outside weather conditions often and as needed
- Must be able to work in high heat/humidity
- Local travel required
- Flexibility in scheduling as needed, for weekend, evening or holiday work
- Work outdoors in temperatures of (100°F or more), humid conditions, as well as temperatures below 0°F, in rain, snow and other inclement weather conditions and some uncomfortable conditions (i.e. wet, mosquitoes) as needed
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience working in a cultural institution preferred
- Certification in Horticulture Therapy preferred
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