Relief Behavior and Training Counselor

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Job DetailsJob Location: Foothills Animal Shelter - Golden, CO 80401Position Type: ReliefSalary Range: $24.00 - $25.00 HourlyJob Category: Animal BehaviorPOSITION SUMMARY The behavior & training counselor conducts pre-adoption behavior support sessions with shelter dogs and cats. The position supports the behavior manager in the development of a post-adoption behavior resource program and conducts follow-up calls for all animals participating in behavior support services. The behavior & training counselor supports staff and volunteers in understanding complex animal behaviors in order to provide appropriate adoption counseling to clients; maintains organized and concise documentation pertaining to program sessions and counseling conversations; and supports the animal intake and assessment coordinators in the accomplishment of daily tasks including assessments, enrichment, and animal introductions. DEPARTMENT: Behavior & Sheltering: REPORTS TO: Associate Director of the Animal Experience STATUS: Part-time (relief), hourly, non-exempt SCHEDULE: Variable, weekend availability is required MISSION: Foothills Animal Shelter’s mission is: Providing support to our surrounding community thr...