Branching Up Lead Instructor
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Salary Range:
$55,000.00 To $60,000.00 Annually
Branching Up Lead Instructor
The PHS Lead Instructor position will directly support the Workforce Development Team and the Branching Up training program, which is a partnership with PHS and Temple University. This role will require up to 40 hours each week, in-person, at the George Hill Correctional Facility. The Lead Instructor will supervise one Assistant Instructor and will provide onsite leadership to two cohorts of up to 15 participants per year for a total of 30 trainees annually. This role is a 2-year, grant funded position.
PHS will be returning to our previous work of providing training and job readiness skills to individuals currently incarcerated through the Delaware County George Hill Correctional Facility. This role will work closely with other team support, such as Case Management and Job Readiness coaches from Temple University. Participants will train with PHS staff for 12 weeks while incarcerated, as they prepare for careers once released. Following successful completion of our curriculum and post-release, trainees will then be offered an 8-week On-The-Job training experience (internship) led by the Lead Instructor in the community. Lead Instructor will provide day-to-day leadership of program at George Hill Correctional Facility, including:
Prepare trainees for proficiency in landscaping, lawn maintenance, hardscaping installation and sustainable gardens practices.
Lead 8-week internship with up to 15 trainees to prepare for potential job after completing training
Provide high quality curriculum delivery to up to 15 trainees per cohort (2 cohorts/year)
Monitor trainees’ progress and provide personalized feedback
Supervise all trainee onboarding with the PHS Workforce Development team.
Supervise one Assistant Instructor (also onsite at George Hill)
Track daily attendance & submit weekly for stipend distribution
Act as onsite point person for prison, PHS & Temple personnel
Participate in weekly/monthly/quarterly meetings with PHS, Temple University & Delaware County programming staff.
Build relationships with local landscaping and landcare companies for on-the-job training opportunities for program graduates
Assist Program Director with ensure compliance to contracts, reporting and resolving partner questions and concerns, as needed.
Make recommendations for OTJ phase and coordinate start date/location with trainee and partnering companies
Make program supply purchases, as instructed by Director
Key Skills
Strong horticultural knowledge and practical landscaping experience.
Teaching experience required (3 years minimum).
Certified Landscaping Technician or similar professional credential (preferred)
Excellent communication and teaching skills.
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Provide trauma informed leadership to staff and trainees
Understanding of the needs of Returning Citizens and how job readiness contributes to reduced rates of recidivism
Supervisory experience (2 years)
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass PHS driver’s clearance
EEO NOTICE:
At PHS, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.