Apprentice

At Bonton Farms, the Seedtime to Harvest Apprenticeship engages an individual in the process of acquiring new skills that lead to greater self-actualization and workforce development. Each Apprentice’s journey will begin by working on the farm as a Farming Apprentice. We believe starting as a Farming Apprentice can help develop a wide range of transferable skillsets that are applicable to various professional industries beyond agriculture, and offers numerous benefits, which support the organization’s mission and core values, including: Hands-on Learning, Problem Solving, Time Management, Real-World Experience, Teamwork and Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Adaptability, Skill Development, Leadership, Environmental Awareness, Mentorship / Guidance, Personal and Professional Growth. The Bonton Farms Seedtime and Harvest Apprenticeship Program is a peer driven program designed to achieve self-actualization. The Program endorses a relational, transformative, person-centered approach to empower, educate, and equip on the (7) Human Essentials, which are based on the social determinants of health and their workforce development needs. The (7) Human Essentials are Transportation, Education, Access to Financial Tools, Community, Health & Wellness, Economic Stability, and Safe and Affordable Housing (T.E.A.C.H.E.S.). Bonton Farms uses the acronym, T.E.A.C.H.E.S., as a convenient and effective way to streamline our communication, enhance clarity, and facilitate memory recall regarding the importance of the Human Essentials. Apprentices will be exposed and educated on these concepts through a classroom type of environment in which they attend several times a week.

Must be at least 18 years of age (Age of Majority). Must have demonstrated abstinence from illicit substance use. Applicants with a substance use history must present proof of sobriety for a minimum of 30 days and/or a certificate of completion from a treatment program. Must demonstrate a voluntary willingness to work well with others and subordinate to peer coaching and mentoring relationships. Must strive to possess a growth mindset (believing that you can improve with optimal and intentional effort, hard work, and persistence). Must not have any history with committing a sex offense. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs., bend, walk, and stand for long periods in all seasons of the year.

Health insurance, Help or transport service, Paid time off, Training & development, Vision insurance, Dental insurance