From seasonal camp opportunities to vibrant residential and vocational programs, we partner side-by-side with residents (aka "Ranchers"), supporting people with disabilities to live with purpose, work with pride, and thrive in belonging. To learn more about the story behind the mission, our programs and the Ranch community, visit the DHR website at https://www.downhomeranch.org/

GREENHOUSE ASSISTANT

PART-TIME; SEASONAL (NOVEMBER–MAY)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Greenhouse Assistant is a part-time, seasonal position at Down Home Ranch. Working under the supervision of the Head Grower, the Assistant supports daily greenhouse operations while upholding the Ranch’s mission to empower and provide an exceptional quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This flexible part-time role offers 20–24 hours per week, typically scheduled Monday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (including a one-hour unpaid lunch break). Additional hours may occasionally be available, and the overall schedule may be adjusted to meet the needs of Down Home Ranch.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

·        Greenhouse Operations: Perform daily hands-on tasks, including planting, watering, trimming, repotting, moving, packaging, and shipping plants.

·        Mentorship & Supervision: Provide guidance, supervision, and support to assigned volunteers and ranchers.

·        Product Delivery & Vehicle Care: Deliver greenhouse products locally and ensure company vehicles are safely operated, clean, and well-maintained.

·        Facility Maintenance: Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas across greenhouse spaces and common areas.

·        Documentation & Communication: Complete required operational logs, reports, and documentation efficiently and accurately.

·        Team Collaboration: Attend scheduled staff meetings, cross-functional committees, workshops, and team trainings.

·        General Support: Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by supervisors.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIREMENTS

·        Age & Driving Record: Minimum age of 21 with a valid TX driver’s license and clean driving record; must successfully pass an extensive background check.

·        Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

·        Work Style: Detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

·        Problem-Solving: Proactive with strong initiative and the ability to work under seasonal deadlines.

·        Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels.

·        Software Literacy: Ability to use our company timekeeping app and communicate regularly via Outlook and Teams.

·        Compliance: Willingness to adhere to all Down Home Ranch policies and workplace guidelines.

·        HIPAA & Confidentiality: Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA standards to maintain strict privacy and confidentiality for all Ranch residents and program participants.

Physical Demands:

·        Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly.

·        Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for extended periods in a greenhouse/agricultural environment.

·        Comfortable working in varying outdoor and greenhouse temperature conditions.

DHR has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and DHR reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as DHR may deem appropriate.