Instructor Assistant

CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE, INC. • Oceanside, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor Assistant (IA) is an entry-level position located at our regional campuses for those interested in becoming a professional Canine Companions for Independence Instructor. Successful IAs will learn Canine Companions’ values and training protocols under the supervision of experienced Instructors.

Requirements

• Ability to follow directions and follow guidelines for feeding, exercising and animal husbandry at all times.
• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently, time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral, verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to maintain confidential information.
• Able to work with people with a variety of disabilities.
• Ability to understand basic training requirements to train dogs according to Canine Companions’ standards.

Nice To Haves

• Prior dog handling, training, and dog health care experience helpful but not required.
• High School graduate, GED or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Maintain and clean kennels, play yards, breezeways, bathing rooms and other kennel facilities using established and appropriate cleaning tools and methods.
• Administer oral and topical medications and treatments to the dogs in the training kennels.
• Provide daily care and treatments to dogs in kennels, including administering prescribed medications.
• Review and make health observations for dogs in kennels; keep accurate records about dog health and treatments.
• Assist in maintaining canine health care and well-being.
• Maintain safety of individual clients and dogs, self, and group by following established safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Establish and maintain a positive learning climate by listening to instructions, following directions, asking questions, speaking clearly, and learning the skill sets required for the Instructor Assistant program.
• Perform special projects as assigned or necessary for the Program Department.
• Maintain professionalism whenever working with constituents.
• Represent Canine Companions and the Program Department through speaking engagements and tours in a positive and professional way.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for staff
• 14 paid holidays annually, including an Inclusion Holiday, plus 17 paid days off (PTO) during your first year
• Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan
• Additional paid hours to volunteer within your community
• Support for both professional and personal well-being

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED