Equine Caregiver

Role Description

Assist with the daily care that the equines require including additional care that may be needed whether behavioral, age or illness related issues. Ensure that the equines have the basic needs met such as food, water and grooming are attended to. Ensure that the barn and outdoor spaces are clean and stocked with hay and water. Take vitals and record vital. Be an advocate for the equines by assisting with the fundraisers for the organization. 

Skills & Abilities

• Keeping Stalls Clean & Outdoor Areas

  • Bedding: Clean and proper level

  • Free of cobwebs and other debris

  • Cleanliness of stalls, outdoor areas and feeders

  • Keep hay area tidy and organized

• Feeding

  • Understand the procedures for feeding time 

  • Properly feed according to the equines needs 

  • Ensure that the equines have access to clean water buckets

  • Fill up empty hay nets and distribute 

• Grooming

  • Ensure coat, mane, tail and feet are properly cared for and checked over for any issues. 

  • Blankets & Fly Masks: proper use and sizing

• Vitals

  • Ensure that the equines vitals are checked on a monthly basis at a minimum.

• Medication

  • Be able to assist with medication and dressings as needed. 

• Fundraisers & Events

  • Participate and be an advocate for our equines at fundraisers. 

• Keeping to the Mission of Hay Burr Inn Rescue & Sanctuary

Benefits

• Obtain a greater understanding of the basic needs of horses

• Experience in responsibility when it comes to the care of the horses in a safe manner

• Be able to recognize and treat minor ailments in horses or contacting the appropriate person to handle the situation

• Be able to maintain records and systems to keep barn equipment and supplies in an organized manner. 

• Access to horsemanship clinics only available to volunteers.

On-Site Training

• Training will be providing on the site and by someone of senior level for barn care. 

• Supervision as well as feedback will be provided on a continual basis to provide support as needed. 

How to Become an Equine Caregiver

• Must be at least 14 years of age. 

• Commit to at least 2 chore shifts (~3 hours each) a week, more is helpful (16 hours per month)

• Participating in 1 hour a week in projects in addition to chore hours

• Help set up, participate, and break down for fundraisers

• Attend mandatory quarterly continuing education meetings

• Highly encourage to become active in a committee

• Selected By: Volunteer Coordinator & President