Associate Trainer
Dripping Springs, TX, USA
Learn and apply the skills necessary to care for and train Hearing, Service and Facility Dogs. Send resumes to jobs@servicedogs.org. Include desired position in subject line.
Full Time
Duties
Maintain cleanliness of kennels, play yards and training building on a daily basis
Feed and exercise dogs
Perform husbandry procedures on dogs
Read or watch assigned learning materials on dog training
Perform training tasks with dogs under supervision
Communicate effectively and openly with all SDI employees, representatives, customers, donors, their representatives, and clients.
Maintain a positive, healthy, teamwork-based attitude
Assist in tours, educational programs
Perform other tasks within the scope of SDI employment as assigned by direct supervisor
Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be knowledgeable in operant conditioning and classical conditioning, both in theory and with hands-on experience, and be able to apply these to training Hearing, Service and Facility Dogs
Minimum of a high school diploma. Some college or a college degree is preferred.
A minimum of 2 years’ experience training dogs other than your own.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak to Guests and Team Members.
Valid Driver’s license with current automobile insurance
About Us
Founded in 1988 by attorney Sheri Soltes, Service Dogs, Inc. builds better lives for Texans overcoming challenges through partnerships with custom trained Assistance Dogs provided free of charge.