What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trainer Assistant position at Paws With A Cause?

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Paws With A Cause® (PAWS) is looking for dedicated, team players who are looking for a learning opportunity to mentor under the direction of the PAWS Training Department! This is a pathway for an interested individual to become a PAWS Associate Trainer and work closely with and under the direction of the PAWS Training Department. This position offers Full-Time benefits including medical, dental, vision, Employer Paid Short-term Disability, 403b Retirement fund with up to a 2% match from PAWS, a generous PTO package, great culture, work / life balance, and more! Starting hourly pay is $16.50 / hour. Apply today!

About Paws With A Cause

Paws With A Cause® (PAWS) exists to create opportunities to live with dignity, companionship and confidence. We do our best work by embodying our core values : Adaptability, Dedication, Innovation, Gratitude, and Optimism.

PAWS enhances the independence and quality of life for people with disabilities through custom-trained Assistance Dogs.

Position Summary

The focus of this position is to assist the Training Department in maintaining and developing skills necessary for dogs to be placed safely as Assistance Dogs for people with disabilities and is intended as a pathway for an individual interested in pursuing an opportunity as a PAWS Associate Trainer. The Trainer Assistant works closely with and under the direction of the PAWS Training Department to develop and implement CORE Behavior, enrichment, advanced obedience, and handling for dogs in final Assistance Dog training. It is expected that the Trainer Assistant will produce established training outcomes and that responsibilities will progress with skill development.

Essential Responsibilities

Learning the Proper Handling and Training of the Dogs
Learn Basic Canine Handling Skills, Leash Management, and Obedience Cues
Learn Behavioral Methods and Training Skills Including The Understanding and Use of LIMA
Understand and appropriately Use a Variety of Training Equipment
Capacity to Follow Directions and Training Plans Independently
Understand Canine Communication and Safety Precautions and Handling
Attend Continuing Education And Departmental Trainings Sessions.
Learning The Paws Process Of Customize Dog Training For People With Disabilities
Observe the process of Taskwork and Public Access Training
Proper Record Keeping - including the use of Communication Boards and Outlook Calendar
Ability to learn and functionally use Microsoft Software Programs and other Technology.
Communicating / Contributing To The Training Team and Collaborating With Other Departments
Understand the PAWS Dog Journey Including The Client And Dog Selection, Match, Training, and PAWS Certification Process.
Learning Proper Care Of The Buildings And Grounds
Kennel Cleaning And Related Building Maintenance Work
Maintain a Safe and Clean Work Environment.
Learning Health and Welfare Care Of The Dogs
Feeding, Medicating
Bathing / Grooming
Physical / Mental Exercise And Enrichment
Support Organizational Needs
Observe and Assist In Pre-Prison Foster Puppy Evaluations and Dog Show Reviews.
Observe and Assist With Foster Puppy Education Outings
Trained to be backup support for Kennel Care Staff in any of the three PAWS Buildings
Assisting With Moving Dogs Between Kennels, Training Areas, And Other Locations.
Other duties as assigned

Supervision Received

Specific Direction - Supervision by Training Manager regarding work procedures, processes, and periodic performance checks, as well as, Mentors or other assigned Staff Trainers

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory responsibilities

Requirements

Education & Experience

Internal Candidates must have successfully completed at least one year in whichever department they were hired.

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Natural Dog Abilities In Handling And Reading Canine Body Language Preferred

Basic Obedience and Dog Handling Experience Preferred.

Basic Dog Psychology / Behavior Knowledge Helpful.

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing - including speaking to large and small groups

Willing to learn or possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of various types of disabilities, to better understand the needs of people with disabilities.

Values continuous learning and seeks ongoing training and development.

Possess computer skills or willingness to learn and use technology and software programs used to maintain records, observation forms, meeting minutes, communicate information, email functions including Outlook Calendar

Possessing a valid driver's license with full coverage auto insurance and assurance that points do not exceed the insurance carrier's requirements.

Core competencies

Customer Orientation : A desire to serve internally with all PAWS departments and externally with volunteers, field reps, clients, and other constituents by focusing efforts on listening and responding effectively to questions and contributing to a positive and healthy experience.

Problem Solving : Ability to recognize courses of action which can be taken to handle problems - including proactive steps to minimize potential issues.

Reliability : Ability to be dependable, trustworthy, and committed to doing the best job possible

Team Player : Ability to be an active participant of a team and move the team toward the completion of goals at departmental and organizational levels. Build and maintain positive working relationships with staff throughout the organization.

Time Management : Ability to effectively utilize time for the completion of responsibilities in day-to-day work, as well as being able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.

Communication :

Internal : Ability to communicate well across departments in all processes

External : Ability to communicate to volunteers and the public - positively representing PAWS and the work done to educate on the use of Assistance Dogs by people with disabilities through speaking engagements, client interactions, campus tours, and demonstrations in a positive, professional way.

Professionalism : Share in the passion for the mission of Paws With A Cause - ensuring actions and communications follow PAWS Core Values.

Physical Requirements :

Average Daily Physical Requirements

Work in stationary position : Less than 2 hours

Move about work area : More than 5 hours

Use hands / fingers to handle or feel : More than 5 hours

Reach with hands and arms : More than 5 hours

Ascend / Descend (stairs / ladder / etc.) : Less than 2 hours

Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl : 2 to 5 hours

Communicate with various parties : Less than 2 hours

Detect flavors or smells : None

Move up to 100 pounds : 2 to 5 hours

Visual acuity : More than 5 hours

Read and understand written word : Less than 2 hours

Drive / Travel : None

Operate computer and general office machines : Less than 2 hours

Operate machines or material handling equipment : 2 to 5 hours

Average Daily Environmental Conditions

Office Environment : No exposure to extreme heat, cold, noise, chemicals or hazardous equipment. : 2 to 5 hours

Manufacturing Environment : Exposure to dust, oil, various chemicals, solvents, or fumes. : 2 to 5 hours

Medical Environment : Exposure to body fluids, radiation, medical equipment, solvents or chemicals. : Less than 2 hours

Noise : Exposure to constant or intermittent extreme sounds. : More than 5 hours

Temperature : Exposure to extreme heat or cold either indoors or outside. : 2 to 5 hours

Other : None

Hourly Position

This is an hourly paid position. This position has base hours of 40 hours per week, working 7 : 30 a.m. to 4 : 00 p.m. Monday through Friday with a &fac12; hour unpaid lunch. Occasional nights and weekends may be required to assist with demonstrations or presentations on behalf of PAWS which may entail flexing time during the work week. Overtime with prior approval of the Training Manager / Canine Production Manager will be calculated at one and a half times the regular rate of pay for hours worked over 40 hours. First Year Trainer Assistants will receive regularly scheduled reviews at the 30-day, 60-day, 90 day, 6 month, 9 month, and 1 year from date of hire.

This job description does not list all duties of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform other duties as needed. The Company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and does not infringe upon the Company's at will employment status.

Salary Description

16.50

Salary : $17

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