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Private lessons, class instruction, day training / board and train.
Assist clients in establishing realistic training and behavior goals.
Manage people, dogs and the environment for everyone’s safety.
Present training curriculum in a happy, enthusiastic, engaging, and informative manner.
Private training clients – Must be willing to drive to in-home sessions, provide virtual training, as well as travel to our training facility for onsite services.
Lead group classes/workshops at our training facility as well as at partner location(s).
Coordinate and implement training/enrichment/behavioral modification plans, as appropriate, and in alignment with SPCA Westchester philosophies and provide ongoing evaluation of progress.
Provide exceptional levels of care and handling, creating an enriching environment for rescue center animals.
Assist with behavioral assessments for new intake animals.
Coordinate the daily playgroup program.
Guide, train and provide ongoing support for animal staff and volunteers that are participating in behavior and enrichment programs with the animals
Qualifications:
Minimum 2+ years of experience as a professional dog trainer.
Working knowledge of dog/cat handling and behavior, including pets with challenging temperaments and with severe health conditions.
Our compensation package includes medical and dental insurance, 401k retirement plan, supplemental insurance, paid holidays, sick, vacation time and employee veterinary discounts.
Private training clients – puppies, basics, and reactivity/aggression (ONLY if experience warrants and already certified). Must be willing to drive to in-home sessions, provide virtual training, as well as travel to our training facility for onsite services.
Board and train clients – assist with sessions for dogs booked at our training facility on Boxwood Rd. Opportunity to take board and train dogs into your own home, if your living situation and experience allows.
Lead group classes/workshops at our training facility as well as at partner location(s)
50% commission for private training services, $30/hr occasional admin/miscellaneous work (film social media content, build curriculums/protocols, assist a class or session with another team member) – certified trainers
40% commission for private training services, $25/hr admin/miscellaneous
The Canine Behavior Programs at Our Companions are designed to provide comprehensive, low-cost, positive-reinforcement training and educational programs to community pet guardians and our municipal shelter partners. This includes group classes, private training, behavior consulting, volunteer programming, and other behavioral referrals. Independent contractors are assigned to a program upon hire where they will provide behavior consulting and training in accordance with their area of expertise and current licensure.
Qualifications:
CBCC-KA, CAAB, or CDBC licensure and/or an MS or Ph.D. in applied animal behavior. Relevant Secondary Degree or equivalent professional experience in animal sciences, psychology, biology, animal welfare, or other associated fields
Preferred Certification: CBCC-KA®
Salary & Benefits:
Flexible, 2 hrs per week on average based on program needs, Independent Contractor, $150 per session/evaluation
How to Apply:
https://ourcompanions.bamboohr.com/careers/51
Date Posted: 07/26/2024
Job Title: Behavior and Enrichment Coordinator
Company: Animal Protective Association of Missouri
The Behavior and Enrichment Coordinator promotes an enriching environment to provide outlets for natural behavior and reduce stress. This position helps with evaluations, pathway planning, meet and greets, and provides fear free care and handling. This position also creates and conducts playgroup enrichment for dogs. At least 2 years’ experience in animal handling and training/behavior. Must be able to lift 50lbs and stand for periods of five hours.
Qualifications:
Certification from IAABC, CCPDT, KPA, or other relevant animal behavior certifying organization or degree in animal training/behavior field preferred.
This position starts at $18/hour, based on experience. The APA also offers a comprehensive benefits package to full time employees to support the health and wellbeing of our team and their families. Flexible schedule options. Fulfilling, mission-based work.
Paws Abilities is looking to hire experienced full- and part-time trainers in both SE Minnesota and the Twin Cities metro areas! We offer competitive pay, unmatched flexibility, continuing education opportunities, and one of the best teams in the industry.
Note: due to insurance restrictions, we are unable to accept apprentices under the age of sixteen, and are unable to hire trainers under the age of eighteen.
Qualifications:
Minimum two years of professional experience.
LIMA (reward-based) training philosophy (while we welcome crossover trainers and love to work with trainers who understand how all tools work, our company does not use or promote slip, pinch, or electronic collars).
Compensation: commission based on experience/certification level. Certified trainers make 40-75% commission on services, while non-certified trainers make 30-50% commission.
The Lead Certified Animal Trainer – Shelter, will be responsible for oversight of the provision of evidence-based, quality, competent, and professional case management and care provided to the animals within animal sheltering programs, continually assessing how the behaviour modification plans are progressing. The lead will be responsible for the training, development and mentorship of certified animal trainers and related care support staff, volunteers, and students. This role will also carry out the duties of a Certified Animal Trainer within the department.
Qualifications:
Minimum 5+ years animal training experience with complex behaviours, including human-directed aggression.
Minimum 3+ years working in a shelter or similar setting
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred Certification: CPDT-KA®
Salary & Benefits:
Hourly, wage range $27.88-30.77/hr. Comprehensive Health Benefits program, 3 weeks paid vacation, Paid sick time, Employee Assistance Program, Discounts on pet insurance and medical procedures, RRSP Matching Program, and more.
The Animal Behavior Manager is responsible for managing, developing and evaluating animal behavior policies, procedures and practices in the Animal Center. Responsibilities include developing, implementing and evaluating animal behavior policies and procedures consistent with best practices and guidelines; supervising assigned staff and volunteers; developing animal behavior and temperament assessments for appropriate intake and kenneling; identifying behaviors and underlying causes and working with the animals to train and correct the behaviors
Qualifications:
Possession of a bachelor’s degree in animal behavior, animal science, animal education or a closely related field. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Interested and qualified applicants must submit an official City of Fresno application on-line at www.fresno.gov/jobs. Be sure to include references and attach verification of education in your online application.