What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy Specialist position at Horsemanship for Heroes?
Job Title: Contract Therapist – Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Company: Horsemanship for Heroes
Job Type: Contract
Location: On-site – Reno, NV (Southwest Reno)
Compensation: $100 per session
About Us
Horsemanship for Heroes is a nonprofit organization based in Reno, NV, providing equine-assisted psychotherapy and learning to veterans, emergency responders, and their families. We help our clients build resilience, self-awareness, and healing through powerful, ground-based work with horses. No horseback riding is involved—just honest, experiential therapy in a peaceful ranch setting.
Job Summary
We’re looking for a licensed mental health professional to join our team as a Contract Therapist. This role involves facilitating individual and group sessions in collaboration with an equine professional. If you’re passionate about trauma-informed care, enjoy working outdoors, and are open to a unique therapeutic environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Provide equine-assisted psychotherapy sessions for veterans, first responders, and families
- Collaborate with equine specialist to co-facilitate sessions
- Conduct clinical intakes, assess needs, and develop treatment goals
- Maintain session notes and adhere to ethical standards
- Participate in team check-ins and client care planning as needed
Qualifications
- Licensed in Nevada (LCSW, LMFT, LCPC, LPC, or Psychologist)
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience (trauma-informed preferred)
- Experience with veterans or emergency responders is a plus
- Comfortable working outdoors and around horses
- Equine-assisted therapy experience preferred but not required
- Must carry current professional liability insurance
Benefits
- Flexible schedule—weekday or weekend availability
- Work in a peaceful, outdoor environment with a small, mission-driven team
- Opportunities for professional development in equine-assisted modalities
- Make a direct impact on the well-being of those who serve
Schedule
- Part-time, flexible hours
- Contract-based (per-session)
- On-site at our Southwest Reno facility (Near Bartley Park)
To Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your clinical background and interest in equine-assisted work.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $48.00 - $52.00 per hour
Expected hours: 2 – 8 per week
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48 - $52