Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association

Committed to improving the quality of life of
physically, emotionally and mentally challenged
persons through equine related therapy.

Volunteers


How do I Volunteer

You must call to book an orientation session if you are interested in volunteering. Orientation session dates are posted in the Upcoming Events section.

Who is the Volunteer

Volunteers are one of the most important aspects of a safe, successful therapeutic riding program. Volunteers are giving people with an interest in helping others. They come from all walks of life, they are people who enjoy working together to give others a helping hand.

How does the Volunteer help the Program

Volunteers are the backbone of the program, helping with the many tasks and goals in the riding session
Volunteers do many supportive jobs, which make the non-profit programs work
Volunteers bring new ideas for the lessons and the program
Volunteers help make the riders happy with their new friendship; they support riders emotionally as well as physically

What is expected from a Volunteer

Due to the tasks performed volunteers are expected to be 14 years or older. You will be asked to assist in the therapeutic riding sessions as a horse leader or a side walker. Other responsibilities are aiding in the care and preparation of horses (grooming, saddling the horse, etc.)
All Volunteers are trained before being allowed to handle horses or assist with students during riding lessons. On-going training is also provided during the course of the program. Volunteers are not expected to have horse experience before attending a training orientation, just a love of horses and helping.

Volunteers are needed for many different functions so all schedules can be arranged around for full benefit of the program and the volunteer.
 

CODE OF ETHICS

A Code of Ethics has been established to define acceptable behaviours and promote high standards for this organization.

Employees, volunteers and Board Members of the Windsor Essex Therapeutic Riding Association (WETRA) are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner. They will:

1. treat one another with dignity and not harass or discriminate.

2.  maintain an environment that advocates cooperation, communication and respect the ideas others.

3. demonstrate honesty and integrity

4. respect WETRA property.

5. treat all animals on WETRA property humanely and report any mistreatment to the program director immediately.

6. maintain confidentiality with regard to all business relating to WETRA.

7. comply with safety standards, policies and procedures.

8. attend to assigned duties in a professional and timely manner.

9. manage resources effectively and responsibly

10. not attend WETRA property under the influence or consumption of alcohol, non-prescribed drugs or other intoxicants.