Canine Behaviour Specialist - Shelter (Part-Time)

The Lost Dogs' Home; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Unique work environment

Career development with studies 지원

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite counselling

Discounts at Vet Hospital

Supportive team

Job summary

The Lost Dogs' Home in Melbourne offers a part-time position as a Behaviour Trainer in our busy shelter. You will conduct behavioural assessments of shelter dogs, document observations and contribute to welfare and rehoming decisions.

Join a force-free, reward-based training environment and work with a multidisciplinary team to support dogs and staff. Three days per fortnight, Thursdays and alternate Wednesdays, with a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in animal behaviour and/or training.
• Previous shelter dog behavioural assessment experience is highly desirable.
• Professional dog behaviour trainer experience is desirable.
• Experience in animal shelters or kennels is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioural assessments of shelter dogs under supervision.
• Observe, interpret and document canine behaviour to inform welfare decisions.
• Review behavioural histories to support assessments.
• Produce clear, objective assessment reports and recommendations.
• Collaborate with shelter teams to support outcomes for dogs.
• Assist with reward-based behaviour modification and rehabilitation as required.
• Provide behavioural guidance to staff and volunteers.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Undertake administrative and general animal husbandry duties as required.

Skills

Canine behaviour assessment

Force-free training methods

Team collaboration

Education

Cert IV behaviour and training (desirable)

Relevant animal behaviour qualification (desirable)

Job description

The Lost Dogs' Home in Melbourne offers a part-time position as a Behaviour Trainer in our busy shelter. You will conduct behavioural assessments of shelter dogs, document observations and contribute to welfare and rehoming decisions.

Join a force-free, reward-based training environment and work with a multidisciplinary team to support dogs and staff. Three days per fortnight, Thursdays and alternate Wednesdays, with a supportive work culture.