Therapists should be familiar with horses and the utility of equine assisted interventions, but do not need to be equine experts themselves. A willingness to develop treatment plans with equine and therapeutic riding experts as well as experience treating a wide variety of mental, physical, and developmental disabilities is a must. 

General Requirements:

• Maintain current licensure in the state of New York

• Maintain certification in First Aid and CPR

• Minimum 1 year experience in direct treatment

• Knowledge of and comfort with horses

  • Prefer PATH Intl., EAGALA, AHA, or other appropriate certification​

• Other requirements vary by position - full job description will be offered to candidates under consideration

Basic Duties:​

• Conduct new client evaluations

• Develop a plan of care for each client

• Provide direct therapy within the scope of practice of licensure

• Lead/co-lead appropriate therapeutic programs/groups

• Report schedule changes with clients/families to Executive Director

• Discharge clients according to developed plan of care and discharge criteria

• Maintain accurate electronic documentation in for clients, including but not limited to evaluations, dates of service, and daily progress noted.

• Consult with Executive Director to establish therapy goals, treatment plans, Individual Education Programs, and equipment use as appropriate.

• Work in conjunction with a PATH Intl. Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning (ESMHL) or Eagala Certified Equine Specialist, unless dually certified

• Assist with determining equipment needs and ensure all equipment meets safety standards

• Write client reports for appropriate agencies, such as insurance companies, school districts and governmental agencies

• Complete continuing education hours as it pertains to mental health and other certifications as needed

• Work with other therapy professionals as needed

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Administrative:

• Maintain HIPAA requirements

• Adhere to federal, state, and PATH Intl. requirements, professional ethical and best practices, and insurance requirements pertaining to therapy

• Communicate scheduling needs, anticipated changes and client requests to Executive Director

• Communicate equipment needs to Executive Director

• Stay current on emerging and published research and incorporate the findings in this research into programs and services at Topfield Equestrian Center

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Financial:

• Complete accurate billing for all therapy clients

• Assist with funding requests and reports related to therapy

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Other:

• Consult with instructors and camp staff regarding communications needs of participants

• Consult with administrative and barn staff as needed

• Help organize and participate in special events as requested

• Other tasks as requested by Executive Director

 

Compensation:​

Equitable contract determined in discussion with Executive Director