Behavior Coordinator- Several Locations

MSPCA-Angell

Job Description

Behavior Coordinator- Several Locations
Positions are available in Cape Cod, MA and Salem, MA
This is a full time 40 hour/week position. Day shift Tuesday –Saturday.
MSPCA is currently seeking an experienced animal behavior training professional with excellent teamwork skills to join our Northeast Animal Shelter team. This is a unique opportunity to work on a team of behavior professionals, committed to using science based approach to changing animal behavior.
The vision of the MSPCA Animal Protection Division is to proactively address the underlying issues that put animals at risk. We value our connections to communities and organizations, and serve as a resource to protect the largest number of animals possible.
If you have at least 2 years of experience in Animal Behavior/Training and would like to work for an organization that works to improve our community, this may be the career move you have been looking for.
THE POSITION:
Working under the direction of the Behavior Manager at the Northeast Animal Shelter, the Behavior Coordinator is responsible for:
• Advising adoption center staff on best methods of facilitating appropriate matches between adopters and animals with more challenging behaviors
• Providing safe, high-quality behavioral support from intake to outcome or discharge in our shelters through the creation and implementation of behavior modification plans
• Responding to and managing emergent behavior needs as they arise and communicating revised handling plans and safety measures to ensure staff safety
• Staying up to date on current research and best practices in animal behavior and positive reinforcement training
• Leading training for our animal adoption staff and volunteers in animal behavior
• Providing pre-adoption counseling and hands-on training for prospective adopters, alongside post-adoption support to families who are struggling at home
• Aiding with surrender-prevention support to members of the community to help keep pets with their loving families
• Acting as a resource for clinic staff and provide guidance on any issues relating to animal behavior in their daily tasks that include, but are not limited to, dog walking, low-stress handling for vaccines, administration of medication, euthanasia, etc.
EDUCATION
• High School Diploma required
• CCPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, IAABC or other accredited professional dog training certification preferred, or 2 years equivalent experience training dogs under the supervision of a certified dog trainer and in accordance with the MSPCA training philosophy required.
• Fear Free Certification within 6 months or hire or promotion date.
EXPERIENCE
• One year working or volunteering directly with animals, ideally of different species, sizes, and temperaments, under the supervision of a behavior professional.
• One year working in animal welfare or related field.
• One year training/behavior modification experience in accordance with the MSPCA’s philosophies.
As this position requires excellent attention to details, as well as verbal and written communication skills, we require applicants to include a cover letter with your application which showcases your writing skills.
WHO WE ARE:
The MSPCA is one of the oldest and most venerable humane organizations in the world, and working in an environment that clearly delivers on its mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals provides meaning to our employees, and adds an important dimension to our work.
OUR BENEFITS:
Our values-based, dynamic culture is one of the most unique cultures you will find in the nonprofit industry, offering high engagement roles with flexibility and growth opportunities. We provide opportunity for continuing education both in animal welfare and in behavior sciences.
We have created a work environment with a balance of independent work, collaboration with behavior team and management team, and working alongside animal care staff and volunteers to ensure a high level of consistency in animal handling and training skills, ultimately resulting in consistent interactions for the animals that allow them to be the most successful.
Our compensation package includes BCBS health insurance, dental and life insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick and vacation time, employee discounts for pet health care, pet food and free on-site parking!
If you are experienced in animal behavior and would like to work for an organization where your work is an important part of a respected and caring non-profit, apply today.

This is a full time job