- Position Title: Riding Instructor
- Program: Therapeutic Riding Program
- Location: Almonte
- Term: hourly
- Salary: $21.58/hr to $25.38/hr
- Start Date: May 1, 2025
ConnectWell Therapeutic Riding is seeking an experienced Therapeutic Riding instructor to join our team. We are looking for a part time employee for approximately 4 – 8 hrs each week. This position allows you to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
Position Summary:
The Riding Instructor is responsible for teaching adaptive riding activities to our clients. This role will work closely with our organization’s volunteers. You will be a point of contact for our clients and volunteers ensuring a positive and safe experience for all participants.
Qualifications:
- Certified Instructor through the Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association or other
- Rider level 1 preferred
- Current First Aid and CPR will be required
- Ability to work with horses to be suitable for use in the Therapeutic Riding Program
- Ability to work with people of all ages with a wide variety of physical and/or developmental disabilities
Reporting Relationship: The successful candidate will report to the Program Coordinator.
For a complete job description please see our website Connectwell.ca
An offer of employment will be conditional upon the candidate completing a Vulnerable Sector Screening which includes a criminal reference check and proof of COVID vaccinations (2 doses).
HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their qualifications and interest in the position. Application deadline is April 15, 2025. Applications should be sent to the attention of Nicole Dubuc-Cotton (ndubuc-cotton@connectwell.ca)
ConnectWell is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Nicole Dubuc-Cotton to let us know how we can assist you.
ConnectWell Community Health is also committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour and those who identify as women, persons with disabilities and LGBTQ+ persons.
Although we appreciate all responses, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Posting Date: March 27, 2025
