What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warrior Trainer position at K9s For Warriors?
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 Warrior Trainer to join our amazing team!
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent is required
- Knowledge of issues facing Veterans and a passion for serving this community
- Required Minimum of 2 years' experience working directly with veterans at any Veteran Service Organizations and / or Department of Veterans Affairs
- Required Experience working with Veterans dealing with mental and physical disabilities
- Experience working in customer service field preferred, e.g. customer service associate
- Possess patience to interact with challenging clients
- Strong verbal, written, and oral communication skills; this position requires the candidate to possess a strong ability to speak clearly and effectively as well as the ability to listen to and hear clients who may be challenging and / or in distress.
- Veteran status preferred or familiarity with military / veteran community
- Valid driver's license, and meeting policy requirements for company auto insurance is required
Role and Responsibilities
Under the general direction of the Manager of Warrior Training, the Warrior Trainer is to oversee all aspects of Warrior Training, including but not limited to, daily instruction and introduction of new commands, providing and monitoring practical application of each command, and presenting class lectures, as required. The Warrior Trainer must maintain training standards with all Warriors, as well as any updates to training methods / materials.
Preparation for Team Training
Warrior Training
Misc. Tasks
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Ability to exert a moderate to extensive amount of physical effort, including stooping, crouching, twisting, turning, walking stairs, climbing, and lifting up to fifty (50) pounds individually. Exposure to unpleasant odors or sounds. Exposure to chemicals, loud noises, and inclement weather.
