Certified Animal Behavior Specialist
2 weeks ago
The Certified Professional Trainer supports the Animal Welfare League of Arlington Virginia, Inc. mission by focusing on animal behavior, enrichment, and developing group training classes for the public. This role collaborates with other departments, promotes Fear Free handling techniques, and helps oversee playgroups, while also improving training and enrichment programs for shelter animals, staff, and volunteers.
Key Responsibilities- Provide support for training, enrichment, and behavior needs for AWLA pets, alumni, and community members through virtual consultations, email, phone, and in-person meetings.
- Create and organize educational materials, articles, and online content related to training and behavior for both internal and external use.
- Model Fear Free handling techniques and collaborate with the Animal Care Manager to ensure animals' behavioral needs are met.
- Monitor and conduct behavior assessments and address concerns within 48 hours.
- Enter and update information in shelter software to track outcomes and maintain accurate records of behavior, stages, and holds.
- Maintain a clean, safe environment for both animals and the public.
- Oversee and participate in animal playgroups and enrichment.
- Develop protocols and supportive resources for staff and volunteers, ensuring proper handling of animals in line with League policies.
- Create and implement daily enrichment plans for animals, coordinating with animal care technicians to ensure enrichment items are provided for all species.
- Participate in educational events for staff, volunteers, and the community, including kid's camp and community care clinics.
- Assist in decisions regarding the humane euthanasia of behaviorally compromised animals, when necessary.
- Assist and cross-train in other departments as needed.
- Stay current on best practices through ongoing learning and training; obtain approved training certification within one year if not already certified.
- Minimum of High school diploma or equivalent.
- Approved certification (e.g., CPDT, CBC, IAABC, KAPA) or ability to earn an approved training certification within 1 year of employment.
- Flexible schedule with the ability to work evenings, weekends, non-standard hours, and overtime as needed.
- Passion and Commitment: A deep passion for the organization's mission and dedication to its goals.
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