Guide Dog Instructor (GDMI)

INTERNATIONAL GUIDE DOG FEDERATION; Delta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization supporting the visually impaired is seeking a Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI) based in Delta, BC. Applicants must have a GDMI Qualification and demonstrate strong time management and interpersonal skills. The role offers a competitive annual salary between $70,000 to $90,000, medical benefits, and 20 vacation days per year.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

20 days vacation

Qualifications

• GDMI Qualification from an IGDF member organization.
• Must hold a valid driver licence.
• Must work well in a small team.

Skills

Team player

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

GDMI Qualification from an IGDF member organization

Job description

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

BC & Alberta Guide Dogs provides guide dogs to the two most western provinces of Canada, British Columbia and Alberta. Our GDMI’s are located at our main office in Delta BC (Immediately south of Vancouver). We provide domiciliary training for our clients on a 1:1 ratio.

Applicants are expected to have:
GDMI Qualification from an IGDF member organization.
Hold a valid driver licence.
Will be working in a small team and as such must be a team player.
Demonstrate exceptional time management and organizational skills.
Have excellent interpersonal skills when dealing with volunteers.

Salary Information.

Negotiable depending on experience: $70,000 to $90,000 per annum

Medical, Dental, Vision and life insurance provided
Start with 20 days vacation per year
Financial support will be provided for a move to BC

How to Apply

Interested parties are invited to contact Bill Thornton with a cover letter and resume at:

[e-mail]

Guide dogs make an enormous difference to the lives of blind and visually impaired people. Not only do they bring the gift of independence, they also bring support, companionship and joy to people who really need it. The International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF) relies solely on member contributions to continue our work. Help us give the gift of a guide dog to a blind or visually impaired person today!