Stable & Lesson Support Staff

RFK Community Alliance; Lancaster, Glastonbury (Lancaster County, MA, CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Stable & Lesson Support Staff to join their therapeutic horsemanship center. This role involves caring for horses and small farm animals, supporting riding instructors, and ensuring a clean and safe environment. Ideal candidates will have intermediate horsemanship skills and a strong work ethic, thriving in a diverse and inclusive workplace. Join a team committed to making a difference in the lives of children and adults with special needs, while enjoying a fulfilling job in a supportive community environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience at a riding and/or boarding facility.
• Requires stamina and strength for daily physical chores.
• Compassionate approach to working with special needs individuals.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the health of horses and small farm animals.
• Assist with feeding, cleaning, and maintaining habitats.
• Provide lesson support to riding instructors.

Skills

Equine First Aid

Intermediate Horsemanship Skills

Experience with Small Farm Animals

Strong Work Ethic

Organizational Skills

Stamina and Strength

Job description

Position: Stable & Lesson Support Staff

Location: Lancaster, MA

Job Id: 723

# of Openings: 0

STABLE & LESSON SUPPORT STAFF Premier Accredited Therapeutic Horsemanship Center in Lancaster MA is seeking experienced Barn Staff Members to join our team. Candidates must have horse care knowledge and intermediate horsemanship skills. The position requires that the Candidate supports the centers mission to create a therapeutic and supportive environment to meet the unique needs of the students we serve. As part of a large Community Agency, candidate must commit to annual trainings offered through RFK Community Alliance and the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship Intl. Responsibilities/Duties Contribute to the overall health of the horses and small farm animals Conduct morning and/or evening feeding of horses and small farm animals Turn in/out horses Provide minor medical care to horses and small animals as required Cleaning and maintaining stall, paddock and small animal habitats Assist with veterinary and equine professional visits Assist with maintaining the facilities and grounds to ensure a clean and safe environment Maintain aisle ways, tack room, offices and storage areas to free from debris, dust and trash Receive and stack barn supplies such as grain, supplements, tack and horse maintenance items Assist the riding instructor with grooming and tacking horses as needed for horsemanship lessons Provide lesson support to the riding instructor as a leader or side-walker Assist with the conditioning of horses Qualifications/Key Skills 3-5 years' experience working at a fully operational riding and/or boarding facility Equine first aid Intermediate horsemanship skills Experience working with and caring for small farm animals is a plus Requires stamina and strength to manage daily physical chores and duties Detailed oriented with strong organizational skills Capable of working and caring for the herd and small animals independently Embodies a strong work ethic, be a flexible thinker, presents in a welcoming and professional manner Requires strength and stamina to work in inclement weather and lift 50plus pounds Requires compassion to work in a program that serves children and adults with special needs. Available Shifts: Position 1 (25 hours) Sunday 8AM-2PM, Monday-Tuesday 3-8:30PM, Wednesday 12-8PM Position 2 (30 hours) Wednesday 8AM-2PM, Thursday 2:30-8:30PM, Friday-Saturday 8AM-5PM At RFK Community Alliance our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workplace, a place that both celebrates and thrives on the uniqueness of our different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, and people who have overcome challenges in their lifetime to apply.

Pay Range: $17.25 - $17.50 per hour

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