Farm Specialist - Part Time

About the role

Imagine working for a 30‑year iconic brand known worldwide for its commitment to well‑being. At Miraval Austin Resort and Spa you’ll be surrounded by natural beauty, supported by colleagues who value empathy and respect, and encouraged to grow personally and professionally. Your career development and well‑being go hand in hand, with access to fitness centers, hiking trails, wellness programs, professional training, and leadership growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide a variety of lectures, workshops and classes for Miraval guests relating to Animal Connection, Agriculture, Nature Connections, wellness/meditations, or any other specialized programming relating to Cypress Creek Farm.
• Provide one‑on‑one guest consultations on lifestyle issues.
• Maintain materials used in the facilitation of these programs.
• Develop new curriculum and manage changes and improvements to existing programs based on current research, utilization and trends.
• Participate in area and department meetings.
• Keep balance of private availability with class schedule.
• Manage attendance numbers for facilitated classes.
• Collaborate to support department and resort initiatives.
• Must be able to respond to a wide variety of individual guest needs in the areas of lifestyle management:
  • Be familiar with health and wellness issues and respond appropriately.
  • Be familiar with community, national and international resources for a variety of guest needs.
  • Be able to relate empathically and helpfully to individual guests.
  • Be able to meaningfully facilitate groups and workshops.
  • Possess good communication and public speaking skills.
  • Understand, practice and model mindfulness.
• Fulfill marketing requests (e.g., article requests, blog posts, etc.).
• Proactively engage in communication with the team.

Qualifications

• Polished and professional physical presentation appropriate for brand representation.
• Computer proficiency.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Impeccable service skills with keen ability to foster and grow client relationships.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Must live in the Austin, TX area.
• Must be able to operate a vehicle and have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in integrative health and wellness focused programs, preferably in a spa or resort setting.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in independent practice and/or facilitating groups.
• Physical demands: regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel; frequently required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear; occasionally required to sit; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch; occasionally lift and/or move up to