Animal Program Instructor

Glade Run Lutheran Services•Zelienople, PA

1d•$11 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

Glade Run Adventures offers fun, therapeutic experiences for individuals with mental and/or physical challenges, including autism. Tailored to individual goals, participants of all ages can benefit from these unique interactive animal, horticulture and sensory park experiences.

Requirements

High school graduate (or equivalent) preferred.
Must have audio/visual/verbal acuity to provide supervision for the clients and to perform essential job functions.
Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions.
Mobility and physical strength to perform all tasks of the program areas inclusive of instructing, riding, saddling, moving necessary equipment for lessons, and miscellaneous tasks around program area.
Must have emotional stability to perform essential job functions.
Must possess verbal and written communication skills.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
Must be able to adjust hours to job requirements.
Access to a telephone.
Pennsylvania State Police clearance, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History clearance and FBI clearance.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to change.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Demonstrated ability and willingness to ask questions if uncertain about specific job tasks or changes.
Must be able to identify with the Agency Mission Statement and support the Agency’s Core Values.
Must possess a basic knowledge of equine behavior and psychology.
Must possess in depth knowledge and experience with Western and English styles of riding.
Demonstrate ability to work with individuals and small groups.
Must possess an ability to communicate lesson and program information to a wide variety of individuals with patience and understanding.

Responsibilities

Assist and instruct riding lessons and animal related activities for the clients of Glade Run Lutheran Services as well as clients from the community.
Assist and instruct horticultural activities for the clients of Glade Run Lutheran Services as well as clients from the community.
Work with the agency and program staff to develop the Therapeutic Animal and Horticulture Program through suggestions and implementation of development goals.
Assist with and provide required animal and plant care.
Assist and provide care for facilities, equipment, and supplies for the safety of all participants in the program areas.
Assist with training and supervision of client and community adult and junior volunteers for the safety of all participants in the program areas.
Complete required paperwork in timely manner.
Demonstrate competence in the safe handling and moving of horses.
Demonstrate knowledge related to the care and treatment of horses and small animals.
Demonstrate initiative and follow-through to completion on all projects and assignments.
Honor a flexible schedule which meets the needs of the clients of Glade Run Lutheran Services.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and paid holidays for full-time staff
401K offerings with agency match at $1.00 per dollar contributed up to 4% of salary
Agency provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage for full-time staff
Voluntary benefit options; including Disability Insurance (Short-Term Disability), Cancer Coverage, Critical Illness, Medical Bridge, Accident Insurance, Life Insurance and Identify Theft Protection
Paid mileage reimbursement
Paid training and administrative time
Cell phone reimbursement
Licensure Supervision for FREE!
Free credentialing assistance
Quarterly productivity incentives
Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff
Flexible work schedules (as applicable)
Annual merit increases for eligible positions based upon the yearly budget
New Hire Incentive Bonuses
Employee Referral Bonus Incentives
Employee Discount Program
Approved Agency for Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Employee Assistance Program
Partnership with Capella University offering scholarships, tuition discounts, and free professional development opportunities
Opportunities for membership to civic/community organizations