Animal Behavior Coordinator

Bideawee•Westhampton, NY

11d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

Bideawee was founded upon the principle that every homeless animal should have a place where they are welcome, and that sense of compassion, dedication, and justice remain at the core of who we are and what we do. We believe that a company is only as great as those who embody its mission, and we are committed to the growth, success, and well-being of our staff and community. Join an organization that has been making the world a better place for pets and the people who love them since 1903! The Behavior Coordinator will be responsible for performing behavior evaluations, behavior modification, and behavior rounds on Bideawee’s in house animals. They will provide behavior training for staff and volunteers. The Behavior Coordinator will also participate in pre or post-adoption behavior support.

Requirements

Completed Fear Free Shelter Program
Excellent verbal and written communication
Basic experience with Microsoft Office products and familiarity with shelter software, particularly Shelterluv
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail and retention of information
Willingness to learn about animal behavior and training and to attend continuing education opportunities
Experience conducting behavior evaluations
Completion of a minimum of 3 hours of continuing education
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Responsibilities

Behavior modification and training
Adhere to all protocols set forth by the Behavior Department, including behavior modification and training procedures, enrichment, animal handling
Conduct assigned behavior modification sessions for specified animals (both cats and dogs) and enter treatment notes into shelter software
Conduct playgroups, recording play styles and other behavior notes into shelter software
Assist the Behavior Manager in evaluating and updating protocols and compliance to protocols as necessary
Prepare high value treats for training and monitor stock
Participate in weekly treatment meetings with the Behavior Manager
Work closely with Adoption Staff and volunteers to ensure proper handling of all animals in accordance with protocols outlined by Behavior Department
Train behavior volunteers to conduct behavior modification and training sessions as assigned
Evaluate dogs within 24−72 hours of arrival when possible
Help train other staff to conduct behavior assessments as needed, and monitor evaluations to ensure they are being done properly
Enter completed evaluations into shelter software by end of day
Enter all concerns and incidents reported by volunteers into shelter software in accordance with Behavior Incident Reporting Protocol
Manage behavior binder or any other information set out for staff and volunteers, in accordance with Behavior Manager’s preference
Ensure that color code stickers always remain up to date on kennel cards
Run weekly reports to monitor Behavior Checks in shelter software as requested by the Behavior Manager and follow up to discuss further plans based on animals who are flagged
Run other reports and monitor other aspects of animals and behavior when requested by Behavior Manager
Communicate to staff as needed when new procedures are put in place to help refresh on protocols as needed, and to introduce new methods or training plans as determined by Behavior Manager
Provide behavior counseling to fosters and adopters pre- and post-adoption as needed, and give input to help coach staff and foster team as needed
Assist in the low stress handling of animals designated as “behavior cases” or “staff only” when needed (e.g. movement for cleaning, feeding)
Help train new staff members on how to properly handle animals as needed