Program Coordinator

Job Description

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Purpose:

Support the Program Director with client and program related tasks while overseeing the day-to-day operation of specific programs or projects within the organization.

Responsibilities:

Programs

Facilitates planning and executing one-day programs

Assists with coordinating clients, horses and instructors for sessions

Assists with development of current and new programs

Assists with launching new and maintaining existing community programs and partnerships

Helps facilitate continuing education for instructors and therapists

Supports instructors and therapists as needed

Maintains appropriate records for clients and sessions

Coordinates collecting and organizing program statistics

Assists with accreditation and maintenance of PATH Int’l Standards

Assists with learning and educating team on new and existing technology

Support the volunteer coordinator with weekend volunteer needs

Clients

Updates clients and client families regarding registration announcements

Updates clients and client families regarding session scheduling and conflicts

Plans and executes annual horse show for clients

Manages the client waitlist and communicates with clients when slots are available

Facilitates Open House tours for prospective clients

Assists with initial client evaluations and registration process

Instruction

Safely and professionally conducts private, semi-private, and group horseback riding lessons

Works as part of a team to deliver excellence in instruction and celebrates progress and independence of clients

Always ensures that horses are treated in a kind and humane manner that promotes optimal physical and psychological well-being

Ensures correct tack fit and placement

Mindful of the safety of all equines and people for the duration of the session

Prepares appropriate lesson plans based on client riding skills, social level, and amount of volunteer support

Completes weekly progress notes for each client

Maintains all records such as timesheets, horse usage, incident reports, etc.

Communicates effectively with staff and volunteers regarding any needs for lessons

Adherences to all PATH Standards and Cloverleaf’s policies and procedures

Maintains PATH CTRI certification and completes required continuing education

Maintains First-Aid/ CPR certification

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Required Skills

Ability to interface, engage and motivate diverse volunteer and client groups

Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of professionalism

Strong computer skills (MS Office, spreadsheets, database, et al)

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

Ability to work in a team environment

High attention to detail

Adaptable and flexible in a busy environment

Strong horsemanship and riding skills

Able to lift 50 pounds

Able to bend, twist, and lift to facilitate rider mounts and dismounts

Able to stand for 3+ hours

Able to work in all weather conditions

Desired Skills

PATH Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor preferred

Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate experience

Cloverleaf Equine Center, a 501(c)(3) organization, provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic under applicable law.Company Description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Founded in 1980, Cloverleaf Equine Center’s mission is to help each individual reach their highest potential by providing equine-assisted services to people with disabilities, youth from marginalized communities, recovering military personnel, and others in need in an inclusive, community setting. Cloverleaf owns and operates its 17-acre O’Shaughnessy Farm in Clifton, VA, and has a $1.4 million operating budget. The team includes 17 horses, 26 full and part-time employees, and over 100 weekly volunteers, who together serve over 110 weekly clients.

Full-time