Animal Assisted Therapy Coordinator
About The Position
Are you energized by the power of Animal Assisted Therapy and passionate about creating safe, meaningful experiences for students and canines? The Animal Assisted Therapy Coordinator plays a key role in delivering high‑quality, trauma‑informed programming within the Calo Animal Assisted Therapy model. In this position, you will ensure operational excellence across all program areas, including canine welfare, student and staff safety, program culture, and service delivery. The Coordinator reports directly to the Animal Assisted Therapy Director. Our ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with canines, students, and families, along with a strong understanding of the Calo CASA model, developmental science, and brain‑based therapeutic practices. A natural “customer‑first” mindset is essential, as the role supports referents, parents, employees, and students in a dynamic, evolving environment. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are critical for ensuring excellent treatment experiences, strong outcomes, and high levels of stakeholder satisfaction.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check.
- Education: High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution required.
- Experience: No prior experience required; experience working with canines, youth, or families in a therapeutic, educational, or animal‑care setting is preferred.
- Skills: Strong communication, relationship‑building, and coaching skills demonstrated through prior work or volunteer experience.
- Physical Ability: Able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; carry objects with full arm mobility; lift up to 45 pounds; and bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch as required for Safe Crisis Management (SCM) procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Experience: No prior experience required; experience working with canines, youth, or families in a therapeutic, educational, or animal‑care setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Program Oversight: Verify or delegate completion of animal‑assisted activities; support transitions, tours, enrollments, meetings, calls, and compliance tasks.
- Training & Development: Create and lead team, individual, and emergency canine training sessions; develop student S.M.A.R.T. goals; coach in the moment.
- Student & Family Engagement: Build relationships; motivate students and staff; hold compliant 1:1s; support therapist‑requested sessions and family communications.
- Documentation & Communication: Update The Family Bridge, upload photos, write newsletters and blogs, manage BestNotes entries, respond to emails/calls, and document critical issues.
- Canine Health & Safety: Handle CCCC calls, provide treatments/rehab, manage waste procedures, and maintain a clean, safe environment.
- Operations & Inventory: Stock supplies, manage inventory, keep grooming and office areas organized and clean.
- Quality & Service: Uphold program culture, ensure excellent customer service, and support inspections and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
- Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
- Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
- 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
- PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
