Part-Time Greenhouse Coordinator (Horticulture Program | IDD Day Services | Nonprofit) at Our House Inc – port reading, New Jersey

$20– $25 per hour | Part-Time | 16- Hours | Contracted -1 YEAR Grant-Funded | Horticulture | Greenhouse | Vocational Program

About Our House, Inc.

At Our House, Inc., we provide innovative programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), focusing on skill-building, independence, and community integration.

Our greenhouse program offers hands-on vocational and therapeutic opportunities where individuals develop practical skills through horticulture, gardening, and environmental programming.

We are seeking a Part-Time Greenhouse Coordinator to lead daily greenhouse operations while supporting a vocational training environment for adults with disabilities.

Greenhouse Coordinator | Horticulture Specialist | Vocational Program Support | IDD Services

The Part-Time Greenhouse Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day management of a horticulture and greenhouse program within a nonprofit setting.

This role combines plant care, greenhouse operations, and program coordination, helping create a structured environment where individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities can build vocational, life, and social skills.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with experience in gardening, agriculture, or greenhouse management who is interested in mission-driven work and community impact.

Contracted, Grant-Funded - 1 Year Contract (can be extended based on funding)
Reports to: Assistant Director of Day Services (Woodbridge)

Part-Time - 16 Hours | Daytime hours
Schedule may vary based on seasonal greenhouse needs and program activities

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Experience in horticulture, gardening, agriculture, or greenhouse operations
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
• Ability to work independently and manage daily greenhouse responsibilities

• Certificate or coursework in horticulture, environmental science, agriculture, or related field
• Knowledge of sustainable, organic, or environmentally responsible growing practices
• Experience working in a nonprofit, vocational program, or grant-funded environment
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) or similar populations

• Plan and manage daily greenhouse activities including planting, watering, pruning, and harvesting
• Monitor plant health, soil conditions, pest control, and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity
• Maintain inventory of plants, seeds, tools, and supplies
• Ensure the greenhouse remains clean, organized, and safe

• Support vocational and therapeutic programming within the greenhouse environment
• Assist with plant production for sales, farmers markets, or community distribution (as applicable)
• Track program participation and maintain basic records for grant reporting

• Work collaboratively with day program staff and leadership
• Communicate program progress, challenges, and updates
• Assist with community engagement activities, including volunteer events and workshops

• Follow all safety procedures, accessibility standards, and program guidelines
• Maintain awareness of best practices in horticulture and disability services
• Report any incidents, maintenance needs, or safety concerns promptly

• Opportunity to work in a hands-on horticulture and greenhouse environment
• Meaningful, mission-driven work supporting individuals with disabilities
• Flexible part-time schedule
• Experience in a growing nonprofit vocational program
• Ability to contribute to sustainable and community-based initiatives

Pay: $20.00/hour - $25.00/hour

Part-Time Benefits Include:

• 401(k) plan
• Tuition assistance
• Sick paid time off

Our House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.

We encourage candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact HRdepartment@ourhousenj.org.

This position is grant-funded and contracted, and continuation may be dependent on funding availability. This job description is not a contract and does not imply guaranteed employment. Duties, responsibilities, and requirements may change at the discretion of Our House, Inc. Employment is at-will.