Equine Assisted Services Program Coordinator
About The Position
This position supports the development and implementation of equine-specific activities related to equine-assisted learning/psychotherapy for community partners that are aligned and guided by practice, research, and professional training standards. The EAS Program Coordinator will assist in facilitation and applied support for equine-assisted learning and psychotherapy initiatives while also assisting faculty, students, and external partners in providing quality activities that ensure optimal equine welfare leading to positive outcomes. Additionally, the role will be crucial for reviewing activities to ensure they are following and aligning with PATH International industry standards as well as overall ethics, and guidelines of practice. The position requires collaboration across multiple internal and external entities and access to university systems and transportation for project-related activities.
Requirements
- Completion of PATH Intl. Certification as an ES / ESMHL with a minimum of 1 year of practice as an ESMHL in a PATH International member center.
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and experience in equine-assisted mental health and/or learning settings.
- Working knowledge of PATH Intl. standards, ESMHL competencies, and comparable professional frameworks.
- Ability to collaborate across academic, clinical, and community-based settings.
- Ability to work variable hours based on program, training, and partner needs.
- Commitment to ethical practice in animal welfare.
Responsibilities
- Assist clinical partners in the development and implementation of equine-assisted learning activities serving diverse client populations.
- Lead equine-assisted learning activities for UNF students who attend labs and course activities in an equine-assisted learning environment.
- Support the adaptation and expansion of equine-assisted group psychotherapy models, including longer-term group formats for Volunteers in Medicine (VIM)and other related community agency partners contracting with UNF for EAS program development consulting and support.
- Collaborate with equine-assisted service providers and community partners to support the development and implementation of any UNF-related EAL/EAT programs.
- Assist students, staff, faculty and partner organizations in understanding and working toward Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) membership and accreditation standards.
- Support the development and documentation of procedures consistent with PATH Intl. standards, including safety, welfare, ethics, and professional practice guidelines.
- Assist faculty in the development of curriculum, training materials, and experiential learning opportunities aligned with PATH standards and ESMHL competencies.
- Assist with horsemanship skills assessment and foundational training for students participating in equine-assisted programming.
- Support students, staff, and faculty in preparing for PATH Intl. Equine Specialist and Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning (ESMHL) Certification, in coordination with faculty oversight.
- Assist in building and maintaining a network of qualified ES / ESMHL professionals to support current and future program implementation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
