Equine Therapy Specialist — Youth Programs

The Ridge RTC; Morrill (ME); On-site; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Altior Healthcare is seeking an Equine Specialist to support an equine program for youth in a residential setting. You will work under the Equine Program Manager to deliver horsemanship, EAP sessions with therapists, and safe handling of horses and other animals.

You will lead riding lessons, coordinate group lessons, match horses and riders for safety, and assist with barn management, grooming, tack maintenance and facilities upkeep while upholding trauma-informed care principles.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience riding horses.
• Experience with behavior and group management.
• Background checks including fingerprinting required.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and fitness tests.
• Knowledge of stable management and animal safety.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating horsemanship classes and EAP sessions with therapists.
• Provide riding lessons for eligible clients and supervise trials.
• Coordinate group horsemanship lessons with staff.
• Match horses and riders for safety and success.
• Care for horses: grooming, bathing, clipping, and tack maintenance.
• Assist with facilities maintenance and safety reporting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Communication

Professionalism

Judgment

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma / GED

College degree preferred

Job description

Altior Healthcare is seeking an Equine Specialist to support an equine program for youth in a residential setting. You will work under the Equine Program Manager to deliver horsemanship, EAP sessions with therapists, and safe handling of horses and other animals.

You will lead riding lessons, coordinate group lessons, match horses and riders for safety, and assist with barn management, grooming, tack maintenance and facilities upkeep while upholding trauma-informed care principles.