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K9 Trainer- SATX

K9s For Warriors
San Antonio, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/11/2025

K9s For Warriors is the nation's largest provider of service dogs to veterans suffering from the invisible wounds of war, such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Our unique, in-house program helps change the lives of American heroes by pairing them with a battle buddy, who was likely a rescue dog and then teaching him or her to utilize that dog to mitigate the symptoms of their wounds. In order to continue the great work we are doing, we are in need of a K9 Trainer- SATX to join our amazing team!

Details for this Position :

This position is considered Full-time & Non-Exempt. The pay for this position is 19.25 / hourly.

Some of our competitive benefit offerings include :

  • Comprehensive Medical & Prescription Insurance Plans (Mail Order RX & 24 / 7 TeleDoc)
  • Competitive Dental & Vision Insurance Plans
  • Matching 401K Program- K9s matches up to 5%
  • Generous Paid Holidays (15), Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Time Plans
  • Two Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programs
  • Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Healthcare & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Employee and Pet Bereavement Policies
  • More!

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

  • H.S. diploma or equivalent
  • 2 years of professional animal training experience or graduation from the K9s For Warriors apprenticeship program
  • Valid driver's license and meet policy requirements for company auto insurance.

    • ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Under the direction of the K9 Programs Manager and general supervision of the assigned Lead K9 Trainer, the K9 Trainer is responsible for independently implementing all elements of assistance dog training, including reading dog body language, training procedures, environmental awareness, application of learning theory and related modalities, use of training equipment, training of K9s For Warriors (K9s) skills, dog evaluation, assessment, and reporting.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Independently modify assigned dog behavior and train specific Service Dog tasks from basic to advanced obedience.
  • Train obedience and service tasks in alignment with a Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) based training philosophy.
  • Maintain detailed training, evaluation, behavior modification and medical records in accordance with K9s policies and procedures.
  • Analyze and assess individual dogs; execute a tailored training program and assist with their care.
  • Provide public access exposure to Service Dogs in training.
  • Liaise with kennel staff on assigned dog's kennel behavior; coordinate dog procedure requests, feeding schedule and enrichment plans through K9 Programs Management; assist K9 Caretakers with cleaning kennels when needed.
  • Assist Warrior Trainers with identifying the correct Service Dog for each veteran, initial dog pairing, and provide training assistance through transference.
  • Perform frequent cleaning of training equipment, vehicles, and campus training areas.
  • Participate in public relations presentations and demonstrations showing how Service Dogs provide assistance to veterans with PTSD, TBI, or MST in addition to promoting the mission and encouraging donations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

    • PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Walk 3 to 5 miles per day on average
  • Ability to train dogs in crowded environments on campus and in public
  • Ability to exert a moderate to extensive amount of physical effort, including stooping, crouching, pushing, pulling, walking stairs, climbing, and lifting to 75 pounds individually. Exposure to unpleasant odors, sounds, chemicals, loud noises, and inclement weather.

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