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Flexible Schedule
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Caldwell, ID 83607
Overview: Interns will explore a wide range of management techniques in a non-profit environment. Interns may have projects in the areas of recruitment, training, education, data entry, strategic planning, program operation and elements associated with equine assisted services. Work directly with the Executive Director to learn about fundraising, development, grant writing and media outreach. Assist the Volunteer Manager with recruiting, training and retaining volunteers. Interns will gain a valuable perspective on the role of the therapeutic riding instructor through observation and mentorship of PATH Intl. certified instructors, while learning about lesson planning, skill progression and program implementation. Opportunities to work directly with the equine staff to develop equine and barn management skills can also be arranged. Responsibilities May Include: - Attend staff meetings & assist with volunteer trainings. - Leading and side-walking during lessons as needed. - Develop relationships with riders, volunteers & instructors to ensure all needs are met. - Create recruitment materials, schedule volunteers, maintain records, implement recognition strategies. - Maintain office, arena, tack room and stall organization and cleaning practices. - Learn how to write individual and group goals, evaluate rider progress and create lesson plans. - Help plan and implement annual camps and special events. - Enhance social media, advertising, and public relations through publications and website management. - Other duties as assigned. Eligibility: Complete majority of hours on Tuesdays or Wednesdays between 9am-6pm Must be enrolled as a student of a college or university, with a GPA of 2.8 or above. Equine skills and/or knowledge preferred but not required. Must be able to lift 45lbs and physically able to walk/jog during lessons.
Date Posted: May 10, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Caldwell, ID 83607
Ride For Joy is seeking volunteers to lead horses or walk alongside riders during our adaptive horseback riding lessons. Lessons volunteers are mentors, and provide a safe environment for our riders. While in the arena, side walkers and horse leaders work under the direct supervision of a PATH Intl. Certified instructor. Side walkers assist the instructors during mounting/dismounting process, during the ride by encouraging the riders to participate in activities, to protect the rider by offering support holds, and to help the rider develop to their fullest potential. Horse Leaders assist barn staff with grooming, tacking and transitioning horses between lessons. Volunteers lead horses to and from lessons, warm up horses before lessons begin and lead a horse during the lesson as prompted by the lesson instructor. Junior volunteers 14-17 years old may serve as side walkers. Those with previous extensive equine experience may qualify to be horse leaders. Volunteers are required to complete an online application, waiver & release form, background check, orientation, and trainings. Please visit our website for more information, and to apply for this volunteer opportunity.
Date Posted: May 10, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Caldwell, ID 83607
Eligibility: - Complete majority of hours on Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays between 9am-6pm - Must be enrolled as a student of a college or university, with a GPA of 2.8 or above. - Moderate to advanced equine skills and knowledge required. - Applicants will be required to complete a riding & tacking evaluation. - Must be able to lift 45lbs and physically able to walk/jog in a sandy arena during lessons. Overview: Work directly with Equine Staff to learn skills relating to equine and barn management. Opportunities include learning about horse care and training, health care and first aid, and building a relationship between horse and rider. Interns will work with PATH Intl. certified instructors through observation and mentorship, to learn about lesson planning, skill progress and program implementation. Additionally, arrangements can be made to work directly with the Executive Director, Director of Outreach, Program Manager and Volunteer Coordinator to learn valuable skills in the non-profit sector. Responsibilities May Include: - Attend staff meetings & volunteer trainings. - Leading and side-walking during lessons as needed. - Attend prospective equine and rider evaluations. Learn about pairing riders with horses. - Assist with equine training. May include lunging and/or riding horses. - Assist with grooming, bathing, tacking, feeding, turning in/out and during vet/farrier appointments. - Maintain barn, arena, tack room and stall organization and cleaning practices. - May have the opportunity to participate in selecting new members of our herd of therapy horses. - Learn how to write individual and group goals, evaluate rider progress and create lesson plans. - Understand the why’s behind risk management procedures, PATH Intl. standards, and precautions and contraindications. - Other duties as assigned.
Date Posted: May 10, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Caldwell, ID 83607
Seeking an experienced, hobby or professional, photographer with photography knowledge, creativity and skills. Our volunteer photographer will take photos of our horses, staff, events, lessons and everyday activities around the barn. Photos will be used to update professional materials including social media, brochures, marketing and sponsor materials, popup banners, etc. Watermark allowed on all social media photos. High resolution photos with no watermark will be appropriately credited in other materials. Upcoming events: June 10 Veterans' Camp, June 15 All-Abilities Kids' Camp, June 21/22-Aug 17/18 (every Tues/Wed) Lessons, and Aug 26 Annual Barn Party Fundraiser Please be prepared to share a portfolio, social media or web link of photos for examples.
Date Posted: May 10, 2023
