Apprentice Dog Trainer
Biscuits & Bath · biscuitsandbath.com
New YorkIntern
The job in short
Apprentice dog trainer.
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Details
- Found
- 20 d ago · posted 2024-01-17
- Location as listed
- NEW YORK, NY, USA
- Role
- Dog Trainer
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: 41 W 13TH STREET - NEW YORK, NY, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School or Equivalent / GED, Salary Range: $16.00Hourly, You are responsible for assisting a Dog Trainer and/or Senior Dog Trainer in all aspects of delivering training services at your assigned locations. This includes performing group classes, train and play sessions, and private lessons.
Key Responsibilities:
Performing New Dog Integrations, Behavior Evaluations, and Walk Assessments
Performing group classes, private lessons and Train and Play Sessions
Following up directly with clients on the details of their dog’s behavior (whether results from training services or otherwise)
Communicating the behavior needs of dogs to all relevant staff
Training associates on recognizing key dog behavior in order to create a safe and fun environment for all dogs
Driving revenue (both training and otherwise) from clients based on their dog’s behavior needs
Documenting in detail all client communications and dog observations into PetShop
Learning communication techniques to become an effective client advocate
Studying and reading about dog behavior through resources in company library
Assisting at off-site events
Salary: $16.00/ hourQualifications:
Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED.
Minimum of one-year experience working with and / or handling dogs in a professional setting.
Must own an iPhone or Android device.
Knowledge of Biscuits & Bath and a genuine interest in the well-being of dogs.
Ability to learn about and understand each dog as an individual with his or her own personality traits, good and bad habits, past experiences, etc.
Ability to juggle a variety of responsibilities, while balancing competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication (both verbal and written) skills.
High degree of independent decision-making and problem-solving capability.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Must be physically fit to lift dogs 50lb +, bend, kneel, stand for long periods of time and perform requirements of the job.
Ability to work a varied schedule including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Must be able to pass a thorough background check.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint & Word) and Internet savvy.
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