Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI)

International Guide Dog Federation; Cassville (NY); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Freedom Guide Dogs in Cassville, NY, seeks a qualified Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI) to join our small, dedicated team. The role involves training and assessing guide dogs, delivering home-based instruction, and conducting client interviews and home assessments.

You will travel frequently across the United States, with 8–10 placement trips annually (12–14 days each) and occasional weekend work. A GDMI qualification and strong communication skills are essential.

Formación

• GDMI qualification recognized under International Guide Dog Federation standards.
• Strong skills in guide dog training, assessment, matching, and client instruction.
• Commitment to humane, modern training methods and continued professional development.
• Ability to adapt instruction to varied learning styles, abilities, and disabilities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Able to travel and work in a small team environment.

Responsabilidades

• Train and assess guide dogs for matching and placement.
• Provide individualized instruction to clients through our Hometown Training program.
• Conduct applicant interviews and home assessments.
• Provide aftercare visits and ongoing support to guide dog teams.
• Maintain accurate training, client, and follow-up records.
• Collaborate with training staff and other departments to support dog welfare.
• Represent Freedom Guide Dogs professionally with clients, volunteers, and the public.

Conocimientos

Guide dog training

Client instruction

Communication

Travel readiness

Educación

GDMI qualification

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Organization: Freedom Guide Dogs

Location: Cassville, NY (United States)

Job Type: Full time

Deadline: December 31, 2026

Contact at organisation: Ashleigh Pace, Freedom Guide Dogs

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI)

Freedom Guide Dogs for the Blind | Cassville, New York

Full-Time

Freedom Guide Dogs is seeking a qualified Guide Dog Mobility Instructor to join our small, dedicated team in Central New York. We provide guide dogs at no cost to individuals who are blind or visually impaired, with all placements conducted through our Hometown Training program.

Our instructors work directly with clients in their own homes and communities, developing partnerships around each individual’s needs, routines, and daily travel environments.

Responsibilities

• Train and assess guide dogs in preparation for matching and placement.
• Provide individualized instruction to clients through our Hometown Training program.
• Conduct applicant interviews and home assessments.
• Provide aftercare visits and ongoing support to established guide dog teams.
• Maintain accurate training, client, and follow-up records.
• Work collaboratively with training staff and other departments to support dog welfare and successful partnerships.
• Represent Freedom Guide Dogs professionally when working with clients, volunteers, and the public.

Schedule and Travel

Regular on-site hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

This position requires frequent travel throughout the United States. Instructors should expect approximately 8–10 placement trips annually, each involving 12–14 days of client instruction, plus additional travel days. Placement schedules include weekend work and require flexibility to meet client needs. Additional travel may be required for applicant interviews and aftercare visits.

Qualifications

• A GDMI qualification recognized under International Guide Dog Federation standards.
• Strong skills in guide dog training, assessment, matching, and client instruction.
• A commitment to humane, modern training methods and continued professional development.
• The ability to adapt instruction to individuals with varied learning styles, abilities, and additional disabilities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• The ability to work independently while traveling and collaboratively within a small team.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel as required.