As a member of the Garden & Yard Team, you play a significant role in creating warm and welcoming environment for our families. Under the direction of the Facility Coordinator, you are responsible for caring for the Ronald McDonald House yard and garden space. We value teamwork and collaboration and we are grateful that you are a part of the RMHC-SK team.
Responsibilities
- Be willing to complete gardening and yard tasks as directed by the Facility & Maintenance Coordinator.
- Tasks include but not limited to:
- Planting
- Weeding
- Pruning
- Fertilizing
- Watering
- Dead heading
- Harvesting vegetables
- Wash down patio
- Sweep decks and steps
- Commit to a regular weekly schedule as well as occasional work bees
- Willing to get your hands dirty
- Ensure garden space is left clean and safe at end of shift, all work tools are put back into shed
- Adhere to all RMHC-SK Protocols, Procedures and Policies
Necessary Skills
- A working knowledge of gardening practices and/or willingness to learn
- Organized
- Physically capable – some of the work can be physically demanding
- A friendly and enthusiastic demeanor in order to engage families in what you are doing
- Willingness to work independently
- Team player
- Problem solver
Training and Support
- General orientation and training will be provided
- Role specific training will be provided
- Continuing training and support will be offered to all volunteers.
Time Commitment:
- 1 shift per week for a commitment of 8 months to a year
- Shift times vary from 1-3 hours
- Garden team begins May until October
Parking:
We recognize that parking is a challenge in our community. We would recommend, if possible, that you walk, bike, bus, or get dropped off. If you must drive, we request the following:
- For visits to the House 2 hours or less, please park on University Drive west of Clarence Ave.
- For visits two hours or longer, park in the ONE volunteer parking space in the lot (if open). Alternatively, you can park in a family parking space in the lot if there is one available. If you are parking in the lot, you MUST register with the front desk to ensure we are able to contact you while on your volunteer shift in case of needing to move your vehicle for emergency. Unregistered vehicles may be towed.