Victory Hill Therapeutic Horsemanship

03/25/2026

🚨 **IMMEDIATE OPENING** – Join Our Team! 🚨

Position: Part-Time Instructor & Volunteer Coordinator

Victory Hill Therapeutic Horsemanship in Greenville, New York (Orange County, New York) is seeking a Part-Time Instructor (ESMHL & CTRI) & Volunteer Coordinator to join our dynamic, caring, and compassionate team!

As a Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) Member Center, Victory Hill is a rapidly growing equine-assisted services program offering transformative experiences for people of all abilities and strengths.

💚 Why Join Our Team?

Work alongside industry leaders and a certified mentor to deepen your knowledge of Equine Assisted Services.

Opportunities to become certified in additional modalities and expand your expertise in Trauma-Informed Equine Assisted Learning (TI-EAL).

Help shape the future of a growing organization while working with an enthusiastic and supportive team.

Enjoy the daily “paycheck of the heart” as you build relationships with our incredible clients and horses and witness their growth and success.

🐴 What You’ll Do

Plan and conduct Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) lessons with children and adults (mounted and unmounted)

Assist with or instruct beginner and therapeutic riding lessons

Coordinate, schedule, and train our amazing volunteers

Attend community events to build relationships with prospective volunteers, clients, and supporters

Educate clients and caregivers about additional resources and supports

Follow PATH Intl. safety standards at all times

Build connected relationships with each horse in our herd

⏰ Schedule

25 hours per week
Monday–Friday approximately 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
One Saturday per month (May–September only) 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM

💵 Compensation

$18–$22 per hour (commensurate with experience)
Potential to grow into a salaried position

✔ Qualifications
We are looking for someone who is:

Caring, compassionate, and patient with both horses and people

PATH Intl. ESMHL and CTRI certified, or willing to become certified

Experienced with horses (2+ years preferred)

Passionate about working with children and adults with special needs

Organized, motivated, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Skilled in communication, volunteer coordination, and relationship-building

Comfortable using Microsoft Office, social media, and online tools

Bonus qualifications include:

Experience in an Equine Assisted Services program

Training through the Natural Lifemanship Institute

Experience with Google Workspace for Nonprofits

This role requires someone who is physically active, positive, and enthusiastic, able to walk for several hours in the arena, handle horses, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

🌟 If you’re passionate about helping people grow through the healing power of horses and want to be part of an inclusive, mission-driven community, we’d love to hear from you!

🔗 Learn more about our work:
https://victoryhillth.org

📧 Submit your cover letter and resume to:
Laurie Bryceland
laurie@victoryhillth.org

Call for more information: 845-843-0020

Please feel free to share this post with anyone who may be a great fit for our team! 🐴💚

03/20/2026

We had a great morning presenting at the Goshen Chamber of Commerce at The Castle Fun Center about Victory Hill’s programs and an exciting new project with Clear Path for Veterans!! We also learned some great disaster preparedness tips from our friends at ServPro of Orange, Sullivan, and S. Ulster.

03/18/2026

A little story that speaks to why we do what we do! We rescue horses who heal the people and every single day is amazing!

The state gave me thirty days to break an "aggressive" two-ton draft horse or he’d be put down. Then, a furious fifteen-year-old orphan walked into my barn.

"He’s going to kill you, old man," the animal control officer sneered, slamming the heavy iron gate of the stall. Inside, Goliath was rearing up, his massive hooves striking the wood with the force of a wrecking ball.

I didn't flinch. I just leaned heavier on my aluminum walking cane, adjusting the prosthetic leg attached below my left knee. "He's not aggressive," I replied quietly. "He's just terrified. And so am I."

Goliath was a Percheron draft horse, completely blind in his left eye and covered in whip scars from a negligent former owner. He had already thrown two professional trainers, breaking the collarbone of one. The county animal shelter deemed him a public danger.

They gave him thirty days. If he couldn't be ridden or handled by then, he was scheduled to be euthanized.

I had lost my leg twenty years ago in an overseas military deployment. When I came back, the world looked at me like I was broken, fragile, and useless. I saw the exact same look in Goliath’s wildly rolling eyes.

Right as the officer drove away, a rusted county van pulled up the dirt driveway. A social worker stepped out, dragging a scowling teenager by the sleeve of his oversized hoodie.

His name was Marcus. Fifteen years old, bouncing between foster homes since he was a toddler, and recently caught vandalizing a local grocery store. The family court judge gave him a choice: juvenile detention or two hundred hours of hard labor at my sanctuary for rejected animals.

Marcus took one look at me, then glared at the massive, thrashing horse in the stall. "I'm not shoveling crap for a cripple and a dead horse," he spat.

I didn't yell. I just tossed him a pitchfork. "Good. Because you're not here to shovel. You're here to listen."

The first week was a nightmare. Marcus refused to speak. He did the bare minimum, dragging his feet and glaring at the world.

Meanwhile, Goliath wouldn't let anyone within ten feet of him. If I approached with a halter, he would bare his teeth and pin his ears back, ready to fight for his life.

But animals know things humans don't. They sense the energy you carry inside.

One rainy Tuesday, Marcus was sitting on an overturned bucket outside Goliath’s stall. The kid was supposed to be cleaning tack, but instead, he was just staring at the floor, crying silently. He thought I was in the house.

Suddenly, the violent thrashing inside the stall stopped.

I watched from the shadows of the tack room as Goliath, the two-ton "monster," slowly walked over to the heavy iron gate. The giant horse lowered his massive, scarred head right down to Marcus's level.

Marcus froze. He wiped his face, terrified the horse would bite him.

Instead, Goliath closed his eyes and gently pushed his velvet nose against the boy's trembling shoulder. He let out a long, soft breath. It was the deepest sign of surrender a horse can give.

Marcus slowly reached up and placed his hand on the horse's white-starred forehead. "They think you're bad, huh?" the boy whispered, his voice cracking. "They think I'm bad, too."

That was the turning point. I realized I wasn't the one who was going to save Goliath. Marcus was.

I threw out the traditional training manuals. I stopped trying to force the horse to submit. Instead, I taught Marcus how to communicate through body language, respect, and quiet patience.

The boy who hated rules suddenly became the most disciplined student I ever had. He spent hours just sitting in the dirt with Goliath, reading his school books aloud so the horse would get used to his voice.

By day twenty, Marcus was brushing Goliath’s coat until it shined like polished obsidian.

By day twenty-five, Goliath was following Marcus around the pasture like a giant, two-ton puppy, completely loose and without a lead rope.

The county inspector came back on day thirty. He brought a clipboard and a cynical attitude, fully expecting to write the euthanasia order.

He stood by the fence, tapping his pen. "Alright, let's see this miracle. Put a saddle on him."

I smiled and pointed to the far end of the pasture. "We don't need a saddle."

The inspector's jaw dropped.

Walking over the crest of the hill was Goliath. He wasn't wearing a bit, a bridle, or a saddle. He was walking with his head held high, his gait smooth and proud.

And sitting ba****ck atop the massive draft horse, holding nothing but a fistful of mane, was Marcus. The boy was beaming, sitting tall and completely unafraid.

Goliath stopped right in front of the inspector and let out a gentle snort. He was perfectly calm, perfectly safe, and completely unbroken.

The inspector slowly lowered his clipboard. He didn't say a word. He just signed the clearance paper, handed it to me, and walked back to his truck.

That was five years ago.

Today, my farm isn't just a sanctuary for animals anymore. It's a fully funded equine therapy center for at-risk youth.

I'm getting older, and my remaining leg isn't as strong as it used to be. But the sanctuary is in the best hands possible.

Marcus is twenty years old now. He’s my full-time ranch manager, and he’s legally adopting a little brother from the foster system next month.

And Goliath? He's the lead therapy horse. Every weekend, he gently carries nervous, broken kids on his broad back, showing them that being scarred doesn't mean you're unlovable.

Society looked at an amputee, an aggressive horse, and a juvenile delinquent, and saw three problems that needed to be thrown away.

They were wrong. We just needed to find each other to remember how to heal.

03/17/2026

💚Happy St. Patrick’s Day💚to all those we serve, their families, our community partners, our volunteers, our staff, and of course our amazing herd! 💚 Maddy and Jasmine dressed up to deliver a special message…

03/12/2026

🎟🐴 Something BIG is trotting into Victory Hill 🐴🎟

We’re excited to introduce our NEW “In It to WIN It” Raffle, and one lucky winner will take home $5,000!

Every ticket purchased helps support our equine-assisted programs for veterans, first responders, and children and adults with special needs, so you’re not just taking a chance to win — you’re helping change lives.

Ticket Options:
🎟 1 Ticket – $25
🎟 3 Tickets – $60 (Save $15)
🎟 5 Tickets – $100 (Save $25)
🎟 12 Tickets – $200 (Save $100)

🎟 Don’t leave it to luck alone—boost your chances and grab a ticket bundle today!

🏁 Winner will be drawn at our 6th Annual Victory Hill Road Rally on October 17, 2026. You do not need to be present to win!

So grab your tickets, cross your fingers, and get “In It to WIN It!”

Click here to purchase tickets: https://victoryhillth.org/in-it-to-win-it-raffle/

Tickets will be emailed to you after purchase.

Thank you for supporting Victory Hill and helping us make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Every ticket counts!

03/09/2026

Spring is a WONDERFUL time to be at the barn! The birds are chirping and building their nests. The color is coming back to the trees and trail. The lush, green grasses are starting to return.

Luckily, we still have several openings for equine assisted lessons in Session 2- which runs from March 2nd through April 17th!

Our sessions offer participants the chance to build confidence, develop skills, and experience the healing connection with our horses through individualized, supportive instruction. The barn is full of energy this time of year, and it’s a perfect opportunity to grow, learn, and spend meaningful time here.

🌿 While the Summer schedule always fills very quickly, there’s no need to wait — secure your spot now and enjoy all the benefits of being at Victory Hill this spring.

If you’ve been thinking about signing up, this is the perfect time to join us!
📩 Contact us directly by email at sara@victoryhillth.org,
or by phone at (845) 843-0020 to register now!

OR visit our website at https://victoryhillth.org/ to learn more about our programs and all that we have to offer the community!

🐎💚

VHTH's mission is to empower both children and adults with a broad rage of special needs by providing the highest quality equine assisted activities and therapies in a supportive and inclusive environment.

03/02/2026

Our team, volunteers, and families did a great job at the Port Jervis St. Patrick's Day Parade & Blarney Blast parade today!! And we won a trophy!!! Beautiful day for a parade!

02/24/2026

🍀 Victory Hill is Heading to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade! 🍀

We’re so excited to share that Victory Hill has been invited to participate in the 6th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Blarney Blast in Port Jervis on Sunday, March 1st, 2026!

🕑 Lineup begins: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: 33 Canal Street, Port Jervis
🎉 Parade kicks off: 3:00 PM

We’ll be showing off our Victory Hill spirit by dressing in green and gold, wearing Victory Hill swag, decorating, and handing out fun surprises along the route. There will even be spirit trophies awarded—so bring your best energy and enthusiasm! 🏆✨

This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate with our community and spread the Victory Hill love!

If you're interested in participating, we would love to have you join us! Please email Linda at linda@victoryhillth.org or call (845) 843-0020

🍀💚

02/16/2026

Summer fun at the barn is back! Join us at Victory Hill for our Summer Horsemanship Camp—one exciting week filled with riding, hands-on horsemanship activities, crafts, and much more! This camp is all about learning, confidence-building, and making unforgettable summer memories with our horses.

📅 Summer 2026- August 17th-21st

📌 Spots are limited—register today to reserve a spot!

Click here to download the needed forms and to register for camp for this Summer!- https://victoryhillth.org/summer-horsemanship-program/

02/16/2026

💖🐴 THANK YOU for Feeling the Love at Victory Hill! 🐴💖

Our Feel the Love Valentine’s Day campaign was SO much fun, and our hearts (and barn!) are so full. Thank you to everyone who purchased a heart, shared a message, and dedicated one of our amazing animals as their Valentine. Seeing the barn filled with heartfelt notes, names, and love for our horses and animals was truly special.

Each heart represents kindness, connection, and support for the mission of Victory Hill—and your generosity helps us continue caring for the animals who give so much to our community every single day.

Take a look at the photos below to see the beautiful hearts displayed in the barn and the animals who were lucky enough to be someone’s Valentine 💕 Thank you for showing our herd just how loved they are!

🐾💘 We are endlessly grateful for this incredible community.

If you would like to continue to spread the love, a great way to do so is purchasing one or several items from our Amazon Wishlist!

Purchasing from our Wishlist is a great way to directly support Victory Hill's daily costs, and you get to pick a *physical item* to do so!

Click here to visit our wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1BNRSEK7A5HEA?ref_=wl_fv_le

02/14/2026

We are so proud of our dedicated staff and volunteers and their true hearts of service! Last night, three of our staff members and our star volunteer, Donna, volunteered at Goodwill Church’s Night To Shine prom! Such a special night seeing many of our beloved participants dancing the night away and having the best time!

02/13/2026

The barn is brightening up! 💖

It has been so moving to see the hearts filling up our walls, each one a glowing reminder of the incredible community behind us.

But we aren't done yet—help us continue our quest to cover the barn in love! 🐴💕

We are so close to our goal! We are just $155 away from reaching our $750 target. Won't you consider helping us bridge that gap?

At Victory Hill, love is what warms the barn—no matter how cold it gets outside. For just $10, you can join the display and help us reach the finish line. Your gift provides the essential "fuel" for our mission—from hay and farrier visits for our rescue horses to the life-changing programs we provide for veterans, first responders, and children with special needs.

Help us add more hearts to our walls:

🌸 Add Your Heart ($10): We’ll hand-write your name on a physical heart and add it to our growing display.
🌸 Honor Your Favorites: Dedicate your heart to a special horse, a family member, or a friend.
🌸 Make an Impact: Your small gift ensures our mission stays strong and our horses stay healthy.

Click Here to Add Your Heart to the Wall!:

https://victoryhillth.networkforgood.com/projects/294475-feel-the-love-2026

Together, let's make this the most "heart-filled" Valentine's Day Victory Hill has ever seen. We can’t wait to see your name shining on our wall this Saturday! 💓