About RSPCA NSW

The Royal Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals NSW is a not-for-profit organisation in Australia that cares for, treats, protects and rehomes animals across the state, providing a strong voice for animals experiencing cruelty and neglect. We run a number of shelters and veterinary hospitals dedicated to treating, rehabilitating and rehoming animals. With over 500 staff, RSPCA NSW is dedicated to working with the community to prevent cruelty to animals by actively promoting their care and protection.

About the Role

RSPCA NSW is seeking a motivated and energetic Assessment and Rehabilitation Trainer to join our Sydney Shelter team. You will be responsible for conducting behaviour assessments on incoming animals as well as assisting with the development and implementation of environmental enrichment and behaviour modification programs for animals under RSPCA NSW care.

This permanent full-time role requires regular weekend work and some public holidays based on a 7-day rotating roster.

Duties and responsibilities
On a day-to-day basis, you will:

• Conducting behaviour assessment on incoming animals
• Observing and monitoring animals for signs of behavioural concerns
• Develop and implement rehabilitation plans
• Update and maintain animal records
• Provide advice to staff members, foster carers, volunteers and members of the public
• Attend home visits when required to conduct behaviour assessments
• Provide pre and post adoption support and training
• Assist Assessment and Rehabilitation Manager with staff training
• Participate in animal surrender or animal adoption when required
• Administer medications

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in canine behaviour/training/behaviour modification or equivalent – essential
• Certificate II in Animal Studies - essential
• Previous experience in performing dog assessments - advantageous
• Extensive knowledge of dog behaviour, socialisation and positive reinforcement training techniques
• Excellent communication skills and team player
• Strong communication and customer service skills both written and verbal
• Developed animal handling skills to capture, restrain, medicate\Demonstrated experience in animal rehabilitation and modification
• Demonstrated practical experience in animal behaviour modification and training
• Relationship management and interpersonal skills
• Current C class driver’s licence – essential
• Ability to lift 20 kilograms

If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your cover letter and resume as one document.

RSPCA NSW is an equal opportunity employer that understands and values the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process for people with a disability. If you require an adjustment or assistance during the recruitment process, please contact [Email available after registering below] and identify the type of adjustment or assistance you are requesting. Our HR team will respond to your email promptly.

Applications close 15 September 2021. 

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