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This position supports the Behavior function by providing behavior assessments and rehabilitation treatments to shelter animals (primarily dogs) in addition to interacting with clients and volunteers regarding behavioral issues. J

Job Responsibilities:

• Evaluate animals for adoptability and rehabilitation: HLE, ASPCA intake, and intake at other shelters (CACC)
• Help to develop and implement behavioral enrichment and rehabilitation programs for animals in shelter
• Advise help line and email callers • Do telephone consultations and private training sessions when indicated
• Train staff, volunteers, and the public about animal behavior (dog walking, cat handling, socialization, etc.)
• Assist in developing written materials for Animal Placement (protocols, information sheets, data sheets, etc.)
• Offer pre and post-adoption support services with regard to behavior and training
• Assist with feline evaluations and rehabilitation work Education:
• BS or BA preferred but not necessary

Experience:
• Experience handling cats preferred Skills Requirements:
• Ability to train dogs • Ability to instruct people
• Communication skills with people, enjoy working with people
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Good customer service
• Good team player

Training Requirements:
• CCPDT certified We encourage a candidate who demonstrates outstanding inter-personal communication and the ability to work in a team environment or independently, with a high degree of integrity and accountability. This position welcomes a candidate with a sense of humor that can balance flexibility and enthusiasm and thrives on detail!!

Our generous benefit package includes the following for full-time employees and (if qualified, we offer domestic partner coverage!) Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, 401(k), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Transit checks, Tuition Assistance Program, Training Seminars, EAP, 50% hospital discount, Vacation, Sick, Personal & Company Holiday time off.

If interested please submit resume cover letter and salary requirements at: http://www.aspca.org/about-us/jobs/0866-animal-behavior-counselor.html

Contact: Ana Sanchez
Email: hr@aspca.org
Phone: 212-876-7700

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