Below is a list of currently open positions at ROCK. Please read below for details and how to apply.
Equine Assistant
Job title: Equine Assistant
Hours: 40 hours a week, hourly nonexempt position
- Some weekends and nights depending on ROCK’s needs
- Time to be divided between Department
- 30 hours/week Equine Dept
- 10 hours/week as Liaison between Equine and Volunteer Depts
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required; PATH CTRI a plus
Horse experience: See required qualifications below
ROCK, Ride On Center for Kids is looking for an Equine Assistant. We are a non-profit equine facility located in Georgetown, Texas, that provides Equine-Assisted Services to children, adults, and veterans.
Under the supervision of the Equine Manager, the Equine Assistant will be responsible for the ROCK Herd in all aspects of health, wellness, training, and conditioning.
We are looking for someone with a positive “can-do” attitude, flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail with a high degree of initiative and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills are a must.
Responsibilities
- Assist Equine Manager in maintaining health and safety of ROCK herd. Follow and uphold all PATH Intl. and ROCK approved practices, policies, and procedures
- Assist Equine Manager in all aspects of the care and wellness of the herd
- Be available to ROCK staff and volunteers for diagnosis and guidance of horse health issues
- Participate in both Mounted and Ground Conditioning Teams
- Partner with Equine Manager to exercise the herd as needed
- Partner with staff to exercise the herd as needed
- Enter and maintain equine information in Salesforce
- Assist with updating and maintaining equine Saddle Chart and Equine Partnership Chart as needed
- Assist in identifying and evaluating prospective equine partners
- Assist in the training of trial horses
- Act as the Liaison between the Equine and Volunteer Departments:
- Assist in mentoring new and current Horse Handlers (HH)
- Coordinate HH mentorship program including
- Communication with prospective HH mentees
- Scheduling mentees into program
- Following up with Volunteer department on status of mentees
- Assist Equine Manager in transporting herd to special events
- Other duties assigned by the Equine Manager, Program Director and the CEO
Required Minimum Qualifications/Experience
- Advanced knowledge of equine health and well being
- Demonstrate proficiency in riding skills
- Demonstrate proficiency of horse care and behavior
- Experience in equine training and management
- Experience in transporting horses (bumper pull and gooseneck trailers)
- Ability to administer meds – oral, IM, sub-Q
Special Requirements
- Successfully complete pre-employment background check
- Certification in CPR and First Aid (must be current or completed within 1 month of employment)
Skills
- Computer skills – Microsoft Suite, TEAMS, Excel
- Experience with Sales Force a plus
- Excellent Communication – verbal and written
- Must be a team player
- Ability to talk to people with various levels of horse experience
- Ability to learn quickly
Please submit your resume along with salary requirements to jobs@rockride.org
PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI)
Job title: PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI)
Position Category: Hours: Full Time, 40 hours a week, non-exempt position
Benefits Available: Medical, dental, vision, and additional ancillary benefits available, 401K, PTO, Holidays, and Continuing Education benefits.
Education: High School Diploma required; PATH CTRI required
Position Details: CTRIs will teach between 20-25 participants in a mix of private, semi- private, and group therapeutic riding lessons each week while supervising and providing direction to program volunteers. CTRIs will also assist with program-related activities (such as schooling horses, other equine needs, horse handling/sidewalking, and special events). We are looking for someone with a positive “can-do” attitude, flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail with a high degree of initiative and problem-solving skills.
Instructor Responsibilities
- Develop effective lesson plans and instruct clients each week to develop horsemanship skills
- Keep daily attendance and notes in Salesforce for each participant according to ROCK procedures
- Create goals for each participant and ensure communication with participant/ parents/caregiver/guardians regarding progress toward each goal at the end of each riding lesson
- Engage participants in lessons to increase goal attainment, motivation, joy, and
- Instruct in summer camps, volunteer training, and other programs/events throughout the year
- Assist with schooling horses both mounted and unmounted, feeding and any other equine needs
- Follow and uphold all PATH and ROCK-approved practices, policies, and procedures
- Mentor instructors in training, interns, and volunteers, as needed
- Consistently communicate with volunteers who are assisting during lessons to keep them engaged and involved in the lesson
- Assist in lessons as needed as a sidewalker or horse handler
- Other duties assigned by the Program Director and the CEO
Preferred Minimum Qualifications/Experience
- 2 years of experience teaching at a PATH accredited facility
- Experience working with children and/or adults with disabilities
- Demonstrate proficiency in horse care and behavior
Special Requirements
- Successfully complete pre-employment background check
- Current certification in CPR and First Aid
- PATH Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI) certification or higher
- Proof of certification required
How to Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to jobs@rockride.org. No phone calls please.
Part Time PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI)
Job title: PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI)
Position Category: Hours: Part Time Hourly/non-exempt position
- Mon-Fri 20-25 hours/week
Education: High School Diploma required; PATH CTRI required
Position Details: Teach participants a mix of private, semi-private, and group adaptive riding lessons each week while supervising and providing direction to program volunteers. Assist with program-related activities (such as schooling horses, other equine needs, horse handling/sidewalking, and special events) as needed. Must have a positive “can-do” attitude, flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail with a high degree of initiative and problem-solving skills.
Instructor Responsibilities
- Develop effective lesson plans and instruct clients each week to develop horsemanship skills
- Keep daily attendance and notes in Salesforce for each participant according to procedures
- Create goals for each participant and ensure communication with participant/ parents/caregiver/guardians regarding progress toward each goal at the end of each riding lesson
- Engage participants in lessons to increase goal attainment, motivation, joy, and satisfaction.
- Instruct in summer camps, volunteer training, and other programs/events throughout the year as needed
- Assist with schooling horses both mounted and unmounted, feeding and any other equine needs
- Follow and uphold all PATH Intl and ROCK approved practices, policies, and procedures
- Mentor instructors in training, interns, and volunteers, as needed
- Consistently communicate with volunteers who are assisting during lessons to keep them engaged and involved in the lesson
- Assist in lessons as needed as a sidewalker or horse handler
- Other duties assigned by the Program Director and Program Coordinator
Preferred Minimum Qualifications/Experience
- 2 years of experience teaching at a PATH Intl. accredited facility (a plus)
- Experience working with children and/or adults with disabilities
- Demonstrate proficiency in horse care and behavior
Special Requirements
- Successfully complete pre-employment background check
- Current certification in CPR and First Aid
- PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI) certification or higher
- Proof of certification required
How to Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to jobs@rockride.org. No phone calls please.
