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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in horse ranch in Pflugerville, TX is $16.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.56 and $18.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Live In Horse Ranch job typically involves living on-site at a horse ranch while performing daily tasks related to horse care, ranch maintenance, and sometimes guest services. Responsibilities may include feeding, grooming, exercising horses, cleaning stalls, repairing fences, and assisting with riding activities. Some positions also require managing ranch operations or hosting visitors. In exchange for work, accommodations and sometimes meals are provided. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about horses and outdoor living.

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A typical workday on a horse ranch often starts early and includes tasks such as feeding and watering horses, cleaning stalls, checking the health of the animals, and maintaining ranch grounds and facilities. Throughout the day, you may assist with exercising or training horses, repairing fences or equipment, and managing supplies. While the daily routine can be physically demanding and varies by season, you’ll work closely with other ranch staff or family members and sometimes with veterinarians and trainers. Living on-site provides the opportunity for more flexible hours and immediate response to any emergencies, which is essential for the well-being of the animals. The role suits those who enjoy hands-on work, outdoor environments, and building strong connections with horses and colleagues.

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To thrive as a Live In Horse Ranch worker, you need hands-on experience with horse care, basic animal husbandry, and knowledge of ranch operations such as feeding, grooming, and facility maintenance. Familiarity with ranch equipment, basic veterinary practices, and sometimes certifications in equine management or first aid are valuable. Strong soft skills include reliability, problem-solving, and the ability to work independently as well as communicate effectively with team members and ranch owners. These abilities are crucial for ensuring the well-being of the animals, maintaining the property, and supporting a positive, safe, and efficient ranch environment.

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Infographic showing various Live In Horse Ranch job openings in Pflugerville, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,026 per year, or $16.4 per hour.

Recreational Therapist

Healing with Horses Ranch

Austin, TX • On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Other

Posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Co-lead clients in equine activities with a PATH INTL. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor.

  • Create assessments of clients' needs, interests, and strengths upon starting equine assisted services.

  • Produce progress notes and develop treatment plans to support clients in achieving their goals.

Job description

Title Recreational Therapist 

Reports to: Program Director

Commitment: Part-Time (6 - 36 hours per week)

Healing with Horses Ranch seeks a Recreational Therapist to help plan, direct and implement safe and effective equine assisted activities for individuals with disabilities with the support of a PATH INTL. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor. 

All applicants need to be available to work at least one of the following shifts

  • Tuesday 8:30am - 1:00pm
  • Thursday 3:30pm - 8:00pm
  • Sunday 3:30pm - 8:00pm

All interested applicants should send their resume and a brief cover letter expressing why they are interested in the position, any experience they have with the skills or job duties listed below that is not explained by their resume to the Program Director, Arianna Roman at arianna.roman@healingwithhorsesranch.org. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Effectively and professionally co-lead clients in equine activities with a PATH INTL. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI) 
  • Create details assessments of client’s needs, interests, and strengths upon started equine assisted services
  • Professionally communicate with guardians, caregivers, and clients pre-lesson and post-lesson 
  • Produce professional and timely progress notes and develop treatment plans that support clients in achieving their goals
  • Develop innovative activity plans that have measurable objectives that support each client in addressing their goals
  • Assure that volunteers assigned are included as part of the team by collaborating with them before and after each session
  • Create a safe environment for horses by helping ensure that all stalls are cleaned, horses have hay and water before and after sessions
  • Create a professional workspace by ensuring that all required documentation and training are completed and maintained in your staff folder.
  • Collaborate in staff, program, and equine meetings by attending or adding to/reading agenda and minutes.

 

Requirements

Objective

Responsible for planning, directing and implementing safe and effective equine assisted activities for individuals with disabilities with the support of a PATH INTL. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor. 

Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university 
  • Current certification as a Recreational Therapist (CTRS) with National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification 


Skills Needed

  • Ability to prioritize, problem solve, and manage multiple projects
  • Proficient in developing treatment plans that meet the individualized goals of the client
  • Comfortable with co-facilitating activities and working with a diverse team
  • Ability to communicate with families, clients, staff, and volunteers in a professional courteous manner regarding sessions, problems, solutions and schedules 
  • Strong risk management skills
  • Strong decision making ability
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Dependable and capable of working with minimum or no supervision, but also capable of asking for and enlisting assistance

Salary & Benefits

Part time 6 - 36 hours/week.  $19-$25/hr based on experience.   

Opportunities and Benefits

  • Equine education and training opportunities
  • Dog friendly workplace 
  • Free continuing education opportunities

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