Equine Therapy Livestock Specialist

Idaho Youth Ranch; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Youth Ranch is seeking an Equine Specialist to support its mission by providing therapeutic activities with horses. This on-call position requires prior training and offers opportunities to work with clients in a compassionate, healing environment within Idaho.

As part of a nonprofit, you will contribute to resilience-building for youth, document client activities, and participate in EAGALA-based therapy sessions, with some late afternoons, evenings, or weekends depending on client needs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Minimum of three (3) years working with equine/livestock.
• At least 100 hours of continuing education in the equine profession, and at least 40 hours in the last 2 years.
• Obtain when offered specialized training related to position, such as: CPR, First Aid, Crisis Intervention and EAGALA.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in in Human Services or Equine Science

Responsibilities

• Participate in the EAGALA equine therapy and equine related activities for clients and guests.
• Maintains familiarity with individual horses’ appropriateness for therapeutic use.
• Documents classes and client activities
• May have scheduled sessions in the late afternoon/evenings or on weekends, as scheduling is dependent on the needs and availability of the client

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or Equine Science

Tools

CPR

First Aid

Crisis Intervention

EAGALA

Job description

Description

The Idaho Youth Ranch is one of the oldest non-profit agencies in the state of Idaho. Our mission:

We unite for Idaho's youth by providing accessible programs and services that nurture hope, healing, and resilience.

Why unite with us? Because we are better together! Our team members enjoy a workplace where Relationships are the foundation, where we are all Committed to the same mission, where Growth is always possible, where we are treated with and show Compassion, where trust guides us to Transparency, and above all, where Joy sustains us.

What do we offer?

In addition to contributing to our awesome mission, working at IYR has many advantages! Affordable medical and dental care, other voluntary benefits offerings, a 401(k) match, paid time off, an employee discount on purchases at our thrift stores, and working in a caring and compassionate environment just to name a few.

How will you impact our mission?

Every position at Idaho Youth Ranch contributes to the success of our mission. As an Equine Specialist, you will be directly involved in nurturing the hope, healing, and resilience that is stated in our mission! You will be a force for positive change in a young person’s life, and that of their family through the power of horses. You will create a safe, comfortable space for our clients and horses to engage in a therapeutic environment.

Must haves:

• High School diploma, or equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Minimum of three (3) years working with equine/livestock
• At least 100 hours of continuing education in the equine profession, and at least 40 hours in the last 2 years
• Obtain when offered specialized training related to position, such as: CPR, First Aid, Crisis Intervention and EAGALA

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in in Human Services or Equine Science

Our Equine Specialists:

• Participate in the EAGALA equine therapy and equine related activities for clients and guests.
• Maintains familiarity with individual horses’ appropriateness for therapeutic use.
• Documents classes and client activities
• May have scheduled sessions in the late afternoon/evenings or on weekends, as scheduling is dependent on the needs and availability of the client

This position is on-call only after training, and does not have guaranteed hours.

As a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit, the Idaho Youth Ranch is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) program. The PLSF offers student loan forgiveness on qualifying loans under specific conditions. Speak with your loan provider for more information.

This position is located in Idaho and candidates must be within a reasonable distance to our location

The Idaho Youth Ranch is an equal opportunity employer.