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EquineAnimal Program Supervisor Spark Homestead | Heritage Community | Payson, UT Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Starting at $20/hour Help Students Heal Through Horses 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. We're looking for an experienced EquineAnimal Program Supervisor to oversee our barn operations, care for our animals, and lead equine programming that supports both learning and therapeutic goals. 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.