Volunteer Community Nursery Assistant - Geelong

genU Community Nurseries grow and supply high-quality native plants while creating meaningful employment opportunities for people with a disability. We are passionate about growing and supplying high-quality Australian native and Indigenous plants that thrive in local landscapes.

The Geelong Community Nursery is one of genUs Business Enterprises which provides supportive employment for people living with a disability. It’s a social enterprise, committed to providing a supportive work environment while operating to the highest commercial standards. The variety of contracts that genU is involved with enables employees to develop a wide range of workplace skills and experience while interacting with the wider community.

All plants are propagated on-site, ensuring quality and suitability for the Bellarine and Otway regions. We take pride in supporting the environment with our re-vegetation and landscaping solutions as we grow from seed to thriving stock. Open to the public during the week, our Geelong Nursery offers a diverse range of Indigenous plants from the local area.

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or seeking to learn, come support our friendly team and support our employees to gain new skills and confidence.

The role:

The purpose of the Volunteer Nursery Assistant is to encourage, and mentor supported workers. You will help these individuals to learn new skills that will give them the opportunity to access mainstream employment and improve general work prospects. Whilst being a mentor in the space, you will get your hands dirty in the garden, from maintaining the quality and health of the plants, to repotting, transporting and organizing the plants. All whilst having a little fun and laughter along the way!

For you:

• Meet new people and make new friends!
• Join a community of volunteers making a difference in your local area.
• Receive ongoing support and training throughout your journey, including a fully funded NDIS worker screening check.
• Be welcomed into genU’s friendly and inclusive workplace.

About you:

• If you have experience in horticulture and are passionate about passing on a skill you’re proud of, that’s a bonus! Alternatively, if you are wanting to get involved and learn something new, that’s okay too!
• Embodies the welcoming and positive volunteer spirit
• Passionate about giving back to your community

Time Commitment: Volunteering shifts are available between the hours of 9:00am-3:00pm, Tuesday and Thursday. At genU, we’re all about flexibility. Let’s chat and find the hours which suit you best! You could offer a full or part day.

Want to know more? Curious for more, or just want to say hi? Please do not hesitate to contact genU.