Animal Behaviour Counsellor Pm Position

2 weeks ago


Cochrane, Canada Cochrane & Area Humane Society Full time

**Cochrane & Area Humane Society Job Description**
**Animal Behaviour Counsellor**

**Position Description**:
The position is a four-day on and four-day off rotating shift schedule from 3:30 pm - 8:00 pm.

**Position Responsibilities**:

- complete the evening animal care duties for the dogs in the behaviour department including the evening cleaning procedures to maintain a clean environment that is as healthy and safe as possible, with the assistance of volunteers as available
- feed, exercise, provide kennel enrichment and work behaviour modification with the dogs in the behaviour department, with the assistance of volunteers as available
- record accurate, detailed and up to date records of each animal’s health and behavioural issues while in our care
- assist department staff with dog to dog meets as requested
- train new volunteers to assist the behaviour program
- recommend dogs for referral to senior behaviour staff for further dog to dog assessments or other assessments as needed
- liaise with adoption staff to ensure familiarity with management strategies and personalities of dogs in the care of the behaviour department
- update dog behaviour related communication at least once per rotation in PetPoint and daily in the Behaviour Modification Tracker spreadsheet
- complete scheduled ABC behaviour to show meets in a professional and thorough manner

**General Duties**
- complete accident/incident reports as necessary
- daily check of surgical incisions on the dogs in the care of the behaviour department
- communicate animal related health and behavioural concerns and any occupational hazards to the Operations Manager and/or Manager on duty in in a timely manner
- respond to public enquiries in a professional, courteous and timely manner
- provide/offer support, guidance and clear instructions to volunteers in a polite and professional manner
- Create and circulate to the team a rotation wrap up report and copy and paste each animals wrap up into PetPoint
- conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner at all times while working as an employee of the Cochrane & Area Humane Society
- help the reception and adoption staff assist the public when requested
- handle all animals in a humane way using positive reinforcement methods and science based behaviour modification techniques
- ensure appropriate and timely communication is shared within and between departments on a daily basis
- remain familiar with and supportive of the goals and mission of the Cochrane & Area Humane Society
- adhere to Shelter policy and procedures
- complete all mandatory training
- complete other related duties as requested by management

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Previous formal dog behaviour training and modification experience (i.e. PACE, CPDT, IAABC certification, etc.)
- Previous experience working with animals
- Previous experience working with volunteers is a definite asset
- Ability to successfully handle all breeds and sizes of dogs
- Reliable, trustworthy, able to work well in a team atmosphere and capable of working independently
- Strong organizational, productivity and time management skills
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Basic office and computer skills
- Physically capable of working in a fast paced and labour intensive environment that includes lifting, bending and other repetitive movements
- Genuine concern for the welfare of animals

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $19.00-$24.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Evening shift

Licence/Certification:

- accredited dog behaviour training certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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