Dog Trainer

Permanent Full Time - Trainee Seeing Eye Dog Mobility Instructor
On-the-job training to become a qualified Seeing Eye Dog Mobility Instructor under International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF) standards
Sydney location travel within NSW required
BaseSalary $89275 Su perannuationwith Salary Packaging up to $15.At Seeing Eye Dogs dogs are more than just a job they are our life.
As a division of Vision Australia Seeing Eye Dogs strives to develop and maintain innovative high-quality dog guide services to enhance the mobility and independence of people who are blind or have low vision.
We support the journey of a Seeing Eye Dog from their breeding and initial development as puppies through their advanced training to ensure they can safely guide their future partners to matching them with a client and finally ending with their happy retirement after years of dedicated service.
Work with a skilled passionate team of specialists in service provision and dog training receiving on-the-job training
Train dogs to matching status within the timeframe allotted
Interview client to assess suitability for Seeing Eye Dog mobility
Support clients of all capabilities in the use of a Seeing Eye Dog and how to care for and maintain their dog
Provide aftercare and follow-up to clients in the field engaging creative and critical thinking collaboration and good problem solving skills

Qualifications in animal studies or equivalent discipline;
Advanced effective communicating skills including presentation and public speaking written communications and a proven ability to collaborate with multiple departments within the organisation;
Experience in coaching and mentoring people;
Proven ability to meet the physical demands of the job including brisk walking in all weather and handling young active dogs up;
On-the-job skill development and coaching available
If this sounds like a great fit for you then please complete our online application.
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive culture and value diversity and all abilities. We highly encourage applications from candidates who are blind or have low vision and from those who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
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