At StableStrides, we are committed to a supportive, collaborative, and fun work environment where all employees have the opportunity to be themselves and contribute in a positive way.

Current CAREER Opportunities:

Therapist

Hours: Non-exempt, Part-time Position, Monday–Saturday, as needed based on StableStrides schedule, determined by Clinical Services Director, events as needed
Reports to: Clinical Services Director
Salary Range: Depends on Qualifications

Therapists provide Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP) treatment sessions according to PATH Intl. and StableStrides standards and guidelines with the utmost attention given to maintaining client, volunteer, and horse safety. 

Qualifications

• Current license or registration to practice a nationally recognized health care profession in accordance with the state of Colorado  

• Current professional liability insurance 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Training in EFP practice 

• Horse experience preferred 

Therapy Sessions 

• Adhere to all PATH Intl Standards and StableStrides Policies 

• Attend a volunteer orientation or have a private orientation to review orientation to the program, emergency procedures, safety rules, and regulations 

• Select and screen clients in compliance with PATH standards, precautions and contraindications. 

• Develop and implement appropriate individual treatment plan (including long and short term goals)  

• Complete and submit all required paperwork in a timely and professional manner 

• Consult with the supervising instructor to select appropriate horses, tack, and adaptive equipment, based on the goals of the treatment plan 

• Support instructor in performing appropriate, correct, and safe mounting and dismounting procedures, as well as handling of horses on the ground 

• Ensure that all sessions begin and end on time 

• Serve as a mentor to volunteers and instructors in training 

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Working with and around horses.  Working with and around farm and ranch equipment. Physically able to get around on foot in an outdoor environment, such as outdoor arenas, corrals, and barns, while working with horses. 
• Office setting, therefore the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking. Use of hands to operate computer equipment. Frequent near vision use for reading and computer use. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

***StableStrides is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All employment candidates may be subject to background screening, and may be subject to a pre-employment drug screen.***