Winter/Spring Farm Volunteer
New participants register online at myparksandrecreation.com.
Days: Tuesday-Friday
Hours: 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Department: Parks & Community Services
Season: Winter/Spring
Job site: Kelsey Creek Farm Park
Training required/provided: Yes
Position reports to: Pam Myers
Age: Teens - Must be at least 12 years of age
Work environment: Farm/Outdoors
State Patrol Check required: Yes
Fee: $5
Sessions:
Program No. Date Day Time
59816 Mar 6-April 24 Tuesday 3 – 4:30pm
59817 Mar 7-April 25 Wednesday 3 – 4:30pm
59818 Mar 8-April 26 Thursday 3 – 4:30pm
59819 Mar 9-April 27 Friday 3 – 4:30pm
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
This after school volunteer program at Kelsey Creek Farm offers opportunities for you to assist the farm staff with daily operations, help with the animal chore routine, participate in special projects and learn responsible animal care. You need to have a willingness to learn, a positive attitude and a tolerance for being outside. Participants must also be capable of understanding and following directions.
TASKS INCLUDE:
Assist with cleaning the barn.
Clean and maintain the small animal area.
Prepare farm animals' meals.
Provide general farm maintenance.
Reply to inquiries from the public.
Uphold customer service standards.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
An interest in all farm animals
Ability to communicate and work well with others
Ability to function in a barn environment
Community spirit
Willingness to work hard
Ability to learn new tasks and information
BENEFITS PROVIDED:
Earn community service hours for school credit
Prepare for future employment
Gain knowledge about a variety of farm animals
Learn about the community and Kelsey Creek Farm
Gain a sense of responsibility
DRESS CODE:
All volunteers are required to wear:
A volunteer T-shirt (will be provided)
Proper attire for farm environment
Closed-toed shoes; no sandals
REGISTRATION:
Registration is required. Visit myparksandrecreation.com or call 425-452-6885 or e-mail Kelseycreekfarm@bellevuewa.gov.