Program Therapists

Organization Details
Organization Name: Prairie Strides
Address: 53086 R0ad 4E
Box 402
Oak Bluff MB  R0G 1N0
Website: http://www.prairiestrides.com
Organizational Description: Prairie Strides has been in operation since 1977, running an adaptive horseback riding program for kids aged 5 to 15 with disabilities. As a volunteer-powered organization, we need your generosity and energy to keep the program going. Each child has 3 Volunteers with them to ensure they receive the proper support they need to enjoy the Equestrian sport.
Without the generosity of time from our volunteers, we may not be able to operate, and these children will never experience riding a horse.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 5204
   
Description of Duties:

Program therapists work in conjunction with certified instructors to aid in the delivery of the accessible horseback riding program. The therapist help with assessments of riders and problem solving.


Therapists will be responsible to greet the children, assist in determining what stretches riders should perform prior to mounting, assist mounting rider's, and determine which hold a sidewalker should use for each rider.


At times they will also be required to assist with training of volunteers outside of regular program evenings.

   
Skills Required:

Registered Occupational Therapists, Physio Therapists, Speech and Language Pathologist, Psychologists

   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

Experience working in a fun loving and giving environment. Have fin with a group of great volunteers, be witness to the smiles and benefits of riding a horse for the children.

   
Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment:
Evening

Program runs for twelve weeks in the Spring and Fall. Therapists are asked to attend assessments nights at the beginning of each session. They are encouraged to attend program each week to assist rider's in doing stretches and preparing them for their riding journey.


Our Spring 2025 Session Dates are as follows:


Volunteer Orientation: Monday March 10, 2025 (Zoom)


Leader/Sidewalker Training: Monday, March 17, 2025


Dry Run night: Monday, March 24th, 2025 and Wednesday, March 26th 2025


Monday night classes will run from April 7th through June 16th, 2025


Wednesday night classes will run from April 9th through June 18th, 2025


There will be no class on Monday, May 19th, 2025 and Wednesday, May 21st, 2025

Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? Yes
Will cost be reimbursed? Yes
Opportunity is available to candidates that: General Populace
Organization will provide: Training/Orientation
How to Apply:
Closing Date: Mar 10, 2025

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