Ranch Hand – Edgar’s Farm (Equine-Assisted Therapy Program)

Easter Seals Florida Inc • New Smyrna Beach, FL

8h • $15

About The Position

Easterseals Florida is looking for a dependable and hardworking Ranch Hand to join our team at Edgar’s Farm, a therapeutic ranch providing equine-assisted services for individuals with disabilities. In this role, you’ll help care for our horses and maintain the barn, pastures, and surrounding facilities—ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our clients, staff, and volunteers.

If you love working outdoors, enjoy caring for animals, and want to support a mission-driven program serving individuals with disabilities, please apply today!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with horses (1+ year preferred)
• Experience in ranch work, facilities, or maintenance (preferred)
• Ability to safely use tractors, zero-turn mowers, golf carts, and power tools
• Positive and respectful attitude toward individuals with disabilities
• Flexibility, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays as needed

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with horses (1+ year preferred)
• Experience in ranch work, facilities, or maintenance (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Feed, handle, and care for therapy horses and ranch animals, including turnout, stall cleaning, and barn upkeep
• Operate ranch equipment safely, such as mowers, tractors, golf carts, and power tools
• Assist with basic animal care, including wound care and administering medications as directed
• Perform general ranch maintenance: fence repair, mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, blowing, and painting
• Maintain a professional and respectful presence around participants in our equine-assisted therapy programs
• Support a safe, clean, and hazard-free environment without disrupting therapy services
• Follow Easterseals privacy and confidentiality policies
• Demonstrate teamwork, reliability, and a commitment to learning and professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED