Equine & Animal Program Supervisor
Location
Payson, Utah, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
3-7 years
Compensation
$20 - $20 per hour
Posted
5h ago
Summary and responsibilities
Role overview
Summary
The Equine & Animal Program Supervisor manages daily barn operations, ensures excellent animal care, and leads equine programming. This role involves teaching riding lessons, supervising students during activities, and training staff to support therapeutic and educational goals for neurodiverse adolescent girls.
What You'll Do
Manage the daily operations of the barn and animal program
Ensure excellent care for horses and other campus animals
Coordinate feeding, veterinary and farrier care, medications, and facility maintenance
Teach riding lessons, horsemanship, and safe animal handling
Supervise students during barn chores and equine activities
Train and mentor equine staff while maintaining a safe, organized environment
Collaborate with clinical, residential, and education teams to support student success
Qualifications
Required
3+ years of equine or barn management experience
Experience teaching riding lessons and horsemanship
Strong knowledge of horse health, behavior, and safety
Leadership or supervisory experience
Preferred
Degree in Equine Science, Animal Science, or related field
PATH Intl., CHA, or similar instructor certification (or willingness to obtain)
Experience working with youth or in therapeutic, educational, or residential settings
CPR and First Aid certification
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who:
Has a passion for horses and mentoring youth
Leads with patience, professionalism, and compassion
Values safety, teamwork, and organization
Enjoys meaningful, hands-on work
Physical Requirements
Lift up to 50 pounds
Safely handle and lead horses
Work outdoors year-round
Perform daily barn chores and facility upkeep
Support students during riding lessons and activities
Why Join Spark Homestead?
Meaningful work that changes lives
Beautiful campus with horses and farm animals
Supportive, multidisciplinary team
Opportunities for professional growth
Mission-driven culture focused on helping students heal and thrive
Build confidence. Teach responsibility. Change lives-one horse, one student, one day at a time.
Updated 5h ago
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Experience
3-7 years
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Full Time
Contract duration
Permanent
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Compensation
$20 - $20 per hour
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Company
Heritage Schools, Inc.
Team size
Growing team
Location
Payson, Utah, United States
Spark Homestead is a residential treatment program for neurodiverse adolescent girls, where horses and animals play a key role in helping students build confidence, responsibility, and emotional growth.
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Equine & Animal Program Supervisor
Payson, Utah, United States • Full Time