Careers

Therapeutic/Adaptive Horseback Riding Instructor -Full and Part-time

Pony Power Therapies is seeking experienced instructors for full and part-time positions at our Equine Assisted Services Facility in Mahwah, NJ.

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Candidates must:

  • have or be willing to work towards PATH Intl certification

  • be knowledgeable of current PATH Intl standards and procedures

  • have and maintain Basic 1st aid and CPR certification on file with PPT

  • possess a strong background in horsemanship including riding skills up to training level and basic horse management

  • possess knowledge of and have experience working with a variety of special needs

  • possess supervisory and people management skills

The ideal candidate:

  • will have extensive experience working in a barn or boarding facility

  • must have excellent horse-handling skills and knowledge of standard barn maintenance tasks

  • has the ability to carry out basic equine first-aid a plus

Hours and compensation:

Hourly rate begins as $20 per hour.

Hours include weekends, with potential for full-time work in the future. Overnight caretaking with accommodations possible as well.

Barn Worker/Caretaker 

Pony Power Therapies is seeking experienced person(s) for part-time barn work positions at our Equine Assisted Services Facility in Mahwah, NJ.

Pony Power will consider providing supervision for students needing internships.

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Overnight Caretaker

Pony Power Therapies, is seeking a dedicated Overnight Caretaker to join our team.

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Primary responsibilities:

  • perform night checks, including hay distribution and body checks for all horses

  • assist with morning feed and hay drop

  • provide attentive and reliable care for horses and small farm animals during overnight shifts

Accommodations:

  • caretaker suite with en suite bathroom and freshly cleaned linens

  • parking spot

  • shared kitchen and living room