Guide Dog Mobility Instructor

Leader Dogs For The Blind; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k match

PTO

Merit raises

Gym access

Dog friendly office

Job summary

Leader Dogs for the Blind, based in Rochester Hills, MI, is seeking a Guide Dog Mobility Instructor to train Leader Dogs and teach clients who are legally blind to travel safely with their dogs.

The role involves tailoring training plans, assessing mobility needs, maintaining records, and collaborating with a team; travel and flexible hours are required; IGDF certification or completion is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and experience requirement; IGDF Guide Dog Mobility Instructor Program completion preferred.
• Knowledge of animal behavior and dog training; Orientation & Mobility experience is desired.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours and travel; strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Train Leader Dogs to be reliable guide dogs.
• Evaluate dogs and create improvement plans; recommend career changes for dogs not meeting standards.
• Match client and dog for approval with Team Supervisor.
• Plan and schedule client instruction.
• Assess client mobility needs and write SMART objectives.
• Tailor instructional techniques to meet standards.
• Monitor progress and adjust training plans as needed.
• Provide Orientation & Mobility basics and GPS instruction when needed.
• Maintain written and computer records per procedures.
• Participate in admissions meetings and graduate follow-up.

Skills

Communication skills

Dog handling

Orientation & Mobility

Training skills

Microsoft Office

Flexible schedule

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent; IGDF Guide Dog Mobility Instructor Program

Tools

None

Job description

Leader Dogs for the Blind, based in Rochester Hills, MI, is seeking a Guide Dog Mobility Instructor to train Leader Dogs and teach clients who are legally blind to travel safely with their dogs.

The role involves tailoring training plans, assessing mobility needs, maintaining records, and collaborating with a team; travel and flexible hours are required; IGDF certification or completion is preferred.