Wildflower Interest Application - Future Opportunities

General Employment Interest at Picket Fence Foundation

Position Title: Wildflower
Department: General Interest / Future Opportunities
Location: Picket Fence Foundation, Chillicothe, IL
Employment Type: Varies by opportunity
Reports To: Department Lead or Manager, depending on placement

About Picket Fence Foundation

Picket Fence Foundation is a nonprofit retail, floral, greenhouse, and programs-based organization creating meaningful employment, learning, and community-building opportunities. Our work is rooted in inclusion, skill-building, creativity, and the belief that everyone deserves a place to grow, contribute, and thrive.

We are not always actively hiring, but we often meet wonderful people who may be a great fit for our team in the future. The Wildflower Interest Application gives you a way to introduce yourself and let us know you would like to be considered for future opportunities at Picket Fence.

About the Wildflower Role

A “Wildflower” is someone who is interested in working at Picket Fence Foundation but may not be applying for a specific open position at this time. Wildflowers may be interested in future roles in areas such as:

• Retail and customer service
• Floral design and floral support
• Greenhouse and plant care
• Programs and job coaching support
• Operations, events, or special projects
• Other mission-aligned opportunities as they become available

Submitting a Wildflower Interest Application does not mean we currently have an open position, and it does not guarantee an interview or job offer. It simply allows us to learn more about you and keep your information on file for future consideration.

Possible Responsibilities

Depending on future openings and your interests, responsibilities may include:

• Welcoming and assisting customers, guests, participants, and community members
• Supporting daily retail, floral, greenhouse, or program operations
• Preparing, organizing, cleaning, stocking, or maintaining workspaces
• Helping create a positive, inclusive, and respectful environment
• Following workplace expectations, schedules, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Communicating clearly with supervisors and team members
• Supporting events, workshops, displays, or special projects
• Working alongside people with and without disabilities in a collaborative setting

Specific responsibilities will depend on the position available at the time.

Who We’re Looking For

We are interested in people who:

• Care about inclusion, dignity, and meaningful work
• Enjoy working as part of a team
• Are dependable, respectful, and willing to learn
• Can follow instructions and ask for help when needed
• Communicate kindly and professionally
• Are open to feedback and growth
• Bring creativity, curiosity, patience, and a positive attitude
• Want to contribute to a mission-driven workplace

Experience in retail, floral design, greenhouse work, disability services, education, nonprofit work, or customer service may be helpful, but it is not required for every future opportunity.

Application Status and Timeframe

Wildflower Interest Applications will be kept on file for 3 months from the date they are submitted.

After 3 months, applicants will need to submit a new Wildflower Interest Application if they would like to remain in our pool of interested candidates.

Applying for Specific Open Positions

If Picket Fence Foundation posts a specific job opening that interests you, please apply directly to that position, even if you have already submitted a Wildflower Interest Application.

You are welcome to mention in your application or cover letter that you are also a Wildflower applicant. This helps us know that you have previously expressed general interest in joining the Picket Fence team.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Picket Fence Foundation is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.

How to Apply

Please complete this Wildflower Interest Application to tell us more about yourself, your interests, your availability, and the types of future opportunities you may be interested in at Picket Fence Foundation.