Animal Trainer – Service Dog Instructor/Trainer
Train dogs for a variety of assistance dog roles, including serving individuals to mitigate their disabilities or promoting healing and comfort to many people experiencing trauma or disability as Facility, Courthouse Facility, or Crisis Response Canines. Meet the dogs’ mental, social, emotional, and physical needs. Train tasks and public access skills. Socialize the dogs in numerous and variable environments. Provide safe, hygienic, and enriched environments and daily activities for dogs of various ages and developmental stages. Plan and lead group and individual assistance dog training sessions with clients, volunteers, and student trainers. Match and provide ongoing support for new teams. Follow Assistance Dogs International accreditation guidelines and other industry recognized standards.