Overview
Youth Program Coordinator Jobs in Gardner, MA at Growing Places
Growing Places is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a values-based food system that supports both local farmers and consumers in North Central Massachusetts. We envision a thriving community-based food system that nourishes every member and the Earth.
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Youth Program Coordinator to support our youth programs.
Key Responsibilities – Youth Workforce Coordinator
Program Coordination and Implementation
Coordinate the day-to-day logistics of youth programs, including Farm to School activities, “Fun Farm Days” with local farms, and after-school programs.
Partner, Employer, and Funder Engagement
Support and strengthen relationships with local schools, youth-serving organizations, farms, food system employers, and funders to enhance program reach and quality.
Cross-Team Collaboration
Work closely with Growing Places’ food access, processing, and community engagement teams to ensure youth are integrated into meaningful roles across the organization.
Hands-On Support
Assist the Growing Places team with food value chain operations, including activities at the Gardner Food Processing Center and the Leominster warehouse. This may include support with packing, inventory, and distribution to help youth better understand the local food system in action.
Data Collection and Program Evaluation
Track and report participant outcomes. Contribute to ongoing program evaluation by collecting youth feedback, supporting data analysis, and helping refine programming based on learnings.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess:
A passion for providing hands-on support to youth from all backgrounds
Experience working with youth
A background in food, nutrition, and/or agriculture
Understanding of local food systems
Ability to work with community-based partners
A collaborative spirit
Bi-lingual candidates are preferred
Benefits
Part time with pro-rated benefits 25 to 30 hours per week
Compensation: $23 to $25 per hour based on experience
Title: Youth Program Coordinator
Company: Growing Places
Location: Gardner, MA
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