Farm Assistant at Autism Autism

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Lynn, MAPart-timePosted Jun 26, 2026

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Schedule: 16 hours/week (April – October)

Job Description

Position: Farm Assistant at Island Autism Island Autism

Schedule: 16 hours/week (April – October)

Monday & Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (w/ 1 hour break for lunch)
Role Overview

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking Farm Assistant to support both our agricultural operations and our community programming. This role is a mix of hands‑on farm labor and assisting occasionally with our inclusive programs for adults and summer campers.
Key Responsibilities
• Animal & Site Maintenance: Manage daily feeding/watering; perform deep cleaning of goat and chicken coops to maintain high sanctuary standards.
• Agricultural Support: Assist with weeding, planting, harvesting, and general farm tasks as directed by the Farm Manager.
• Market Prep: Take a lead role on Tuesdays and Fridays in prepping produce and inventory for the Farmer’s Market.
• Program Assistance: Work alongside our staff to support neurodiverse adults and campers during farm‑based activities, fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all.
Qualifications
• Experience: Previous experience in farming, landscaping, or animal care is preferred.
• Social Skill: Comfortable and compassionate when working with individuals with autism and developmental disabilities.
• Physicality: Ability to perform manual labor (lifting, mucking stalls, gardening) in various weather conditions.
• Commitment: Available for the full season (mid‑April through October).
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Qualifications

  • Social Skill: Comfortable and compassionate when working with individuals with autism and developmental disabilities
  • Physicality: Ability to perform manual labor (lifting, mucking stalls, gardening) in various weather conditions
  • Commitment: Available for the full season (mid‑April through October)

Responsibilities

  • Monday & Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (w/ 1 hour break for lunch)
  • We are looking for a reliable, hardworking Farm Assistant to support both our agricultural operations and our community programming
  • This role is a mix of hands‑on farm labor and assisting occasionally with our inclusive programs for adults and summer campers
  • Animal & Site Maintenance: Manage daily feeding/watering; perform deep cleaning of goat and chicken coops to maintain high sanctuary standards
  • Agricultural Support: Assist with weeding, planting, harvesting, and general farm tasks as directed by the Farm Manager
  • Market Prep: Take a lead role on Tuesdays and Fridays in prepping produce and inventory for the Farmer’s Market
  • Program Assistance: Work alongside our staff to support neurodiverse adults and campers during farm‑based activities, fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all


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