Student - UpReach Mounted Program Assistant (Work-Study Only)

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

The opportunity

Southern New Hampshire University is seeking a student employee to fill the role of Mounted Program Assistant for our partner organization, UpReach Therapeutic Equestrian Center in Goffstown, NH. The program assistant will gain a wide variety of experience in program support, volunteer management, disabilities awareness, general horse care, therapeutic riding/driving lesson planning, as well as providing direct support to individuals with disabilities. As a program assistant, you will have the opportunity to be involved in multiple areas to experience the daily functions of a nonprofit organization. All mounted program assistants must completed a volunteer training session as well as Taking the Lead training. Prior horse experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to participants in therapeutic riding and therapeutic driving lessons and hippotherapy sessions.
• Learn about disabilities and disability awareness, choosing words with dignity and person-first language.
• Participate in a variety of administrative tasks including data entry.
• Support the organizations mission.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current enrollment in classes as part of a SNHU degree program
• Work study part of financial aid package
• Students with work study may be prioritized
• Reliable transportation
• Experience with Microsoft Suite, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint is preferred
• Effective written and oral communication
• Demonstrate professionalism and maintain confidentiality with participants, volunteers and staff

​Learning Outcomes (NACE Competencies)

• Students will gain knowledge and experience working with individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities
• Learn how a nonprofit operates and flourishes
• Time management
• Leadership

Work Schedule
Flexible scheduling, open Monday-Friday

We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $13.00 - $15.00. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations.