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Behavior & Training Coordinator
Humane Society of Charlotte
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Charlotte, NC 28208
Description
Some of the key duties for this role include:
- Provide objective behavioral assessments shelter dogs and cats to identify behaviors and modification/enrichment needs
- Supervise and conduct dog-dog socialization assessments
- Develop, coordinate, and oversee enrichment plans for shelter dogs and cats based on science-based theory
- Conduct post-adoption follow-ups and counseling for adopters
- Develop and conduct training programs for staff and volunteers
- Work closely with staff and volunteers to help identify behavioral needs of individual animals and implement specific behavior modification, training and enrichment plans
- Gather, monitor and maintain data points and spreadsheets for reporting and grant writing purposes
Who are we looking for?
- Required: A minimum of 2 years professional animal handling experience
- Preferred: A minimum 1-year experience working in a shelter environment, ideally in behavior related role
- Preferred: CPDT-KA certification, or any other accredited positive reinforcement-based dog training certification
- Enthusiasm for the mission of the Humane Society of Charlotte
- Excellent communication skills, to include the ability to effectively handle and diffuse high-stress and emotionally charged situations
- Exceptional verbal and written skills, including clear and effective communication with others (staff, public, volunteers) that is professional, respectful, positive and educational
- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evening and weekends as needed
- Willingness to be vaccinated for rabies pre-exposure
- Willingness to participate in humane euthanasia, become a Certified Euthanasia Technician, and certified as a rabies vaccinator
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Company covered Short Term Disability & Life Insurance
- Medical & Dependent Care FSA
- Employee Assistance Program with free Mental Health Visits, Legal and Financial Assistance
- Professional Development Assistance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- PTO
- Holiday & Birthday PTO
- Parental Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Pet Bereavement Leave
- Pet Discounts Including:
- Medical/Wellness Care
- Dog Training
- Pet Insurance
- Pet Food through Hill’s VIP
How to Apply
Join Us!
Come join our team of amazing professionals that are truly proud to be making a difference in the lives of animals and families in our community. Visit our website, www.humanecharlotte.org/careers, for a detailed job description as well as additional information on our organization and clinic. We look forward to hearing from you!
You can also apply directly by going to the following link: https://www.ondemandassessment.com/link/index/JB-W4G4AV4V9?u=1127197
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