Behavior Associate
| Company | ASPCA |
|---|---|
| Location | Carmel Hamlet, NY, USA |
| Salary | $31.25 – $32.69 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required, B.S. or B.A. preferred
- At least 6 months of experience in hands-on work with dogs; equivalent volunteer experience may be considered
- Sofia Yin’s Low Stress Handling® University Silver-Level certification (approximately 18 hours) required within six months of hire
- Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a motor vehicle history check demonstrating safe driving
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 20% of the time
- Able to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Fluent in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; familiarity with shelter software systems or Salesforce a plus
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Responsibilities
- Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals and humans by using low-stress and defensive handling techniques
- Carry out assigned behavior modification protocols, conducting and documenting treatment sessions, and providing data and observations to help inform intervention decisions
- Assist with handling and data collection during behavior evaluations, playgroups, intake, cleaning, grooming, exercise, veterinary exams, adoption and transfer, and humane euthanasia as appropriate
- Monitor behavioral health and communicate observations and concerns to appropriate staff members in a timely fashion
- Provide handling and data collection in support of the organization’s research agenda
- Adhere to all protocols set forth by the ASPCA, including behavior modification and training procedures, enrichment, animal handling, as well as general medical and sheltering protocols
- Meticulous collection of high-quality data in support of behavior and veterinary needs as well as the organization’s research agenda
- Attend and meaningfully contribute to all relevant R&R Center and ASPCA meetings
- Accurately track and report time worked, time off, and work-related travel expenses
- Responsibly steward R&R Center assets
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working or volunteering in an animal shelter preferred
- Hands-on experience working with dogs, in one or more of the following capacities: Animal Shelter, At least 6 months in a paid full-time role, At least 1 year in a paid part-time role, At least 240 hours in an unpaid volunteer role, All other settings, At least 1 year in a paid full-time role, At least 2 years in a paid part-time role