Senior Behaviour & Rehabilitation Trainer (Part-Time)

Shelters; Unanderra; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing & mental health support

Professional development & training

Staff parking & renovated facilities

Meaningful work improving animal lives

Job summary

RSPCA NSW is seeking a Senior Behaviour and Rehabilitation Trainer to lead behaviour programs for animals in the Illawarra Shelter and support their path to rehoming. You will evaluate and modify behaviour, upskill the care team, and oversee adoption processes on site.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in animal science or related discipline, at least two years in a similar role, and a Class C driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in animal science or related discipline is required.
• Minimum two years of experience in a similar role.
• Excellent skills in canine behaviour modification using force-free methods.
• Class C driver's license is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reasonable level of fitness and stamina.

Responsibilities

• Carry out animal care following RSPCA NSW Shelter Standards of Care.
• Develop and implement environmental enrichment and behaviour modification programs.
• Evaluate animals at surrender and throughout their shelter journey.
• Assess and interpret canine and feline behaviour, providing accurate documentation.
• Guide and upskill the animal care team and volunteers.
• Manage case groups or individual animals, adopting, fostering, and providing guidance.
• Facilitate and conduct adoption processes confidently and safely.
• Stay updated with the latest research in animal behaviour.

Skills

Canine behaviour modification

Interpersonal & communication skills

Driver's license (Class C)

Education

Bachelor's degree in animal science or related discipline

Job description

RSPCA NSW is seeking a Senior Behaviour and Rehabilitation Trainer to lead behaviour programs for animals in the Illawarra Shelter and support their path to rehoming. You will evaluate and modify behaviour, upskill the care team, and oversee adoption processes on site.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in animal science or related discipline, at least two years in a similar role, and a Class C driver's license.