Cat Behavior & Enrichment Specialist

Animal Care & Control Of Nyc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 120 hours

Birthdays off

40 hours CE time with stipend

Personal days and sick pay

Health insurance (medical, dental, vis

401K and Pension

Life Insurance

On-the-job training

Job summary

Animal Care Centers in NYC seeks a Feline Behavior Specialist to conduct behavior assessments, socialization, behavior modification, and enrichment for the cats in ACC Care Centers. You will work hands-on with cats, providing daily one-on-one socialization using positive reinforcement and Fear Free techniques to help cats adjust and thrive.

You will collaborate with the Feline Behavior Team and other staff to deliver enrichment, training, and documentation, including maintaining records and

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience observing feline behavior documented objectively.
• Strong understanding of feline body language.
• Ability to handle cats with varying behaviors and energy levels, including fearful or aggressive ones, in a low-stress way.
• Must remain pleasant, calm and objective in all situations.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Feline Behavior Team to identify cats for behavior evaluations, rechecks, and attention.
• Maintain and support enrichment programs for cats.
• Provide hands-on handling training to staff and volunteers in Fear Free care.
• Keep accurate records and monitor plans for each animal.
• Update Shelter Buddy records and care boards after interactions.
• Assist with bios to improve adoption visibility.

Skills

Feline behavior observation

Feline body language

Calm under pressure

Cat handling ability

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Animal Care Centers in NYC seeks a Feline Behavior Specialist to conduct behavior assessments, socialization, behavior modification, and enrichment for the cats in ACC Care Centers. You will work hands-on with cats, providing daily one-on-one socialization using positive reinforcement and Fear Free techniques to help cats adjust and thrive.

You will collaborate with the Feline Behavior Team and other staff to deliver enrichment, training, and documentation, including maintaining records and