Program Manager, Equine Therapy Center

Hospital for Special Care; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospital for Special Care is seeking a Program Supervisor to lead daily operations of the equine-assisted center, ensuring safe and effective services with PATH Intl. standards.

You will supervise staff and volunteers, schedule activities, manage risk, and coordinate herd and facility operations. You will guide intake, documentation, and communications with families, participate in program evaluation, and assist leadership with budget oversight and resource allocation.

Qualifications

• PATH International registered or advanced instructor certification or obtain certification within 6-10 months of hire.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification required.
• Three (3) years of management or supervisory experience in an equine-assisted activities setting.
• Experience supervising staff and volunteers, including training, scheduling, and performance oversight.
• Extensive knowledge of standard practices in equine management and care including conditioning, training and herd health.
• Experience teaching mounted and unmounted lessons.
• Proficiency in computer systems, scheduling software, and electronic record management.
• Effective written, communicative, and analytical skills.
• Current and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of daily program operations, including staff supervision, scheduling, and participant services.
• Lead strategic planning for existing and new programs, ensuring alignment with community needs and organizational objectives.
• Uphold PATH Intl. standards by enforcing safety protocols, maintaining regulatory compliance, and proactively managing risk across all program operations.
• Partner with the Equine Specialist to manage herd development, including horse selection and retirement planning.
• Support marketing, outreach efforts, and networking to build program awareness.
• Participate on committees and task forces as warranted or assigned.

Skills

PATH certification

First Aid/CPR

Supervisory experience

Volunteer supervision

Equine management

Mounted lessons

Unmounted lessons

Scheduling software

Electronic records

Written communication

Analytical skills

Driver's license

Equine MH/L Cert

Education

PATH Intl instructor cert

First Aid/CPR/AED cert

Driver's license

Tools

Scheduling software

Electronic records

Job description

Hospital for Special Care is seeking a Program Supervisor to lead daily operations of the equine-assisted center, ensuring safe and effective services with PATH Intl. standards.

You will supervise staff and volunteers, schedule activities, manage risk, and coordinate herd and facility operations. You will guide intake, documentation, and communications with families, participate in program evaluation, and assist leadership with budget oversight and resource allocation.