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Website Hope Mission
Hope Began with a Meal
Job Title: Horses of Hope Wrangler
Reports To: Horses of Hope Ministry Worker
Hours of Work: 40 hours/week Monday-Friday (some evening & weekend work required)
Wage: $3000-$4000 Monthly Salary
Position Duration: Initial three-month probation for full-time employment
Our Vision
Hope Mission has a vision that men, women, youth, and children who we serve would come to know Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.
This vision can be fulfilled only if all staff is diligent in serving, strengthening and uplifting people in the name of Jesus Christ.
Job Summary:
Support a team to develop character and promote healthy choices in children and youth (ages 5-18) through the horse program. Provide support to at risk children and youth in the Wetaskiwin & Camrose area. To fulfill the vision and purpose of the various horse programs and events that happen at Bethany Homes throughout the year. To provide care and support to a small team of staff. Alongside this team you will promote and provide proper health to the herd of horses. To support and aid other Hope Mission programs as needed.
Duties and responsibilities:
General duties:
● Develop sincere relationships with the other staff and the children, youth, and families of our programs.
● Communicate (though word and action) a gospel message to the children of our program.
● Work at all special events as they arise, including Open House events, summer day camps, and other events as needed.
● Work with the team at Bethany Homes to provide quality programming for children and youth.
● Support the communication, schedule, and activities of the horse programs.
● Support and coordinate volunteers who assist with the horse programs.
● Train and “Tune-up” horses throughout the year.
● Receive high-level training by professionals for your own horse riding skills and knowledge
Programming:
● Continue established six-year horsemanship graduation program
● Develop and facilitate further programing around equine interests
● Facilitate cooperation as a team in program planning and activities.
● Prepare to lead horse lessons, games and spiritual development of students.
● Develop and facilitate community and family events to support the horse programs and students.
● Actively participate in various activities with the kids and youth.
● Interact with the children, volunteers and staff in a positive and professional manner.
Administrative:
● Work closely with partner horse camp consultant
● Work as a team to contact and coordinate veterinary trips, horse medication, farrier and floater as needed.
● Electronically “Clock-In” at the beginning of each shift and “Clock-Out” at the end of each shift.
● Fill in leave request forms as needed.
Security:
● Converse with children and diffuse tempers where necessary, following the Child Protection policy manual.
● Report any unusual situations (ie. Anything that is broken or open, injuries, etc.).
● Discuss with supervisor or manager anything that is of suspicion that involves the health and safety of the children.
Other:
● Keep areas free of all potential hazards.
● Attend staff meetings, Bible studies, prayer meetings, and staff functions.
● Be aware of Hope Mission/program policy and procedures.
● Special events.
● Miscellaneous duties as required.
Qualifications & Skills:
● Being a Christian Organization we require our employees to be in agreement and sign the Hope Mission Statement of Faith (https://hopemission.com/our-values/).
● Must be legally entitled to work in Canada on a full-time basis.
● Able to provide Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search.
● A letter of reference from a ministry or church is an asset.
● Adherence to Hope Mission’s Policies and Procedures.
● Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License
● Experience working with children & youth or horsemanship experience is an asset.
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PLEASE SEND:
1. Resume, and
2. Cover letter stating why you would like to work in a Christian Ministry
TO: Justin Jorstad – Bethany Homes Program Manager
justin.jorstad@hopemission.com
780.361.8870
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We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
To apply for this job email your details to hr.connect@hopemission.com