Service Dog Trainer Job at SMOKY MOUNTAIN SERVICE DOGS, Lenoir City, TN

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  • SMOKY MOUNTAIN SERVICE DOGS
  • Lenoir City, TN

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Smoky Mountain Service Dogs (SMSD) enhances the quality of life for wounded Veterans by providing custom-trained mobility assistance service dogs at no cost. SMSD primarily serves military Veterans with service-connected physical disabilities and has recently extended its services to First Responders. Located in Lenoir City, TN, SMSD is dedicated to empowering individuals through the life-changing support of expertly trained dogs. For more information, please visit our website.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role in Lenoir City, TN, for a Service Dog Trainer. The Service Dog Trainer will handle the day-to-day training of dogs to prepare them for assisting Veterans and First Responders. Responsibilities include conducting training sessions, evaluating animal behavior, providing care for the dogs, and maintaining detailed records of each dog's progress. Collaboration with team members and effective communication with program participants are essential elements of the role.

Qualifications

  • Skills in Dog Training and Animal Behavior
  • Experience in general animal wellness
  • Customer Service skills to effectively communicate with volunteers and Veterans and their families
  • Strong Training skills, including the ability to develop and implement training programs tailored to the needs of individuals and service dogs
  • Excellent organizational and record-keeping abilities
  • Basic understanding of the needs of individuals with physical disabilities
  • Ability to work in a team environment and adhere to ethical standards

Job Tags

Full time,

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