Registered Riding Instructor

Hospital for Special Care•Middletown, CT
•$18 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Instructs equine-assisted sessions and un-mounted program activities in a safe, professional manner. Develops rider goals and weekly objectives and documents weekly progress for each rider. Submits written evaluation on each participant at the end of each semester. Adheres to Manes & Motions policies and PATH standards at all times. Attends and participates in staff meetings, program functions and trainings. Represents the program in a positive and professional manner at all times. Communicates needs or changes in regards to participants, horses, volunteers and equipment with appropriate staff.

Requirements

  • PATH Certified Instructor.
  • Adult and Child CPR Certification.
  • First Aid Certification.
  • High School Diploma.

Nice To Haves

  • One year experience in the field of equine-assisted activities.
  • One year experience teaching horseback riding skills to able bodied riders.

Responsibilities

  • Instructs equine-assisted sessions and un-mounted program activities in a safe, professional manner.
  • Develops rider goals and weekly objectives and documents weekly progress for each rider.
  • Submits written evaluation on each participant at the end of each semester.
  • Adheres to Manes & Motions policies and PATH standards at all times.
  • Attends and participates in staff meetings, program functions and trainings.
  • Represents the program in a positive and professional manner at all times.
  • Communicates needs or changes in regards to participants, horses, volunteers and equipment with appropriate staff.
  • Effectively implements first aid measures, using appropriate equipment.
  • Communicates participant, horse, facility and equipment issues, problems to Facility Coordinator or designee.
  • Communicates volunteer issues, problems to the volunteer coordinator or designee.
  • Develops and implements an IRP for each participant according to their individual goals and abilities.
  • Provides on-going education and safety awareness to volunteers.
  • Participates in developing weekly themes and the daily ring set-up/breakdown for each theme.

Benefits

  • Employer-subsidized medical and dental
  • vision insurance
  • a 403(b) retirement savings plan with an employer match of up to 6%
  • paid time off
  • employer-paid life insurance
  • short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
  • voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
  • employee wellness programs with access to our onsite fitness and aquatics center
  • an employee referral bonus program
  • meaningful employee recognition and appreciation initiatives.
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