Impactful Shelter Animal Behavior Trainer

Humane Society of Missouri; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability (employer paid)

Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Humane Society of Missouri in Missouri is seeking an Adoption Center Animal Behavior Trainer to evaluate and train shelter animals and improve their chances of safe, loving placements. You will work closely with our behavior and veterinary teams to develop individualized plans and document progress.

The role also includes staff and volunteer training, program design, data entry, and occasional travel between facilities for events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or equivalent experience.
• Certified graduate of Karen Pryor or Jean Donaldson Academy, or Veterinary Technician Specialty-Behavior, or equivalent experience.
• CPDT-KA or higher is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and train shelter animals; develop training plans with behavior and veterinary teams.
• Design and implement behavioral programs to promote animal well-being and smoother transitions to new homes.
• Educate and train staff and volunteers on interpreting animal behavior and handling techniques.
• Participate in meetings to contribute ideas for improving shelter operations and department goals.
• Accurately document animal behavior data and update records for the Behavior Manager and Adoption Center Team.
• Uphold humane treatment of animals and educate others about values and mission.
• Travel between shelter facilities as needed and participate in events like Bark in the Park.

Skills

Reward-based training

Operant conditioning

Classical conditioning

Learning theory

Animal handling

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Karen Pryor/Jean Donaldson Academy certified

Veterinary Technician Specialty-Behavior

Job description

Humane Society of Missouri in Missouri is seeking an Adoption Center Animal Behavior Trainer to evaluate and train shelter animals and improve their chances of safe, loving placements. You will work closely with our behavior and veterinary teams to develop individualized plans and document progress.

The role also includes staff and volunteer training, program design, data entry, and occasional travel between facilities for events.