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Date: February 7, 2022Position Title: Behaviour CounsellorDepartment: BehaviourReports To: Manager, BehaviourClassification: UnionRate: $13.96-18.37Hours: 40 hours week, including Weekends & HolidaysDays/times of shifts may vary/changeStart Date: ASAPClosing date for internal applicants: February 11, 2022Position Summary:The Behaviour Counselor is responsible for evaluating cats and dogs for our Adoptions Program;assisting the public through Behaviour Yelpline and Behaviour & Training classes; educating & trainingWHS staff and volunteers in animal behaviour and handling; supporting animals in our care throughenrichment, behaviour modification, and basic manners training.Qualifications:

• Experience training dogs and cats with “no pain, no force, no fear”
• Experience in conducting and/or assisting with Dog Training Classes
• Formal training and/or certification in animal behaviour/training preferred
• Knowledgeable in dog behaviour and reading canine and feline body language
• Knowledge of Behaviour Science and Learning Theory
• Demonstrates skills in positive reinforcement training
• Able to report observations in objective and observable terms
• Exemplary customer service skills
• Computer literacy
• Ability to work independently or as a team
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to work on weekends, evenings, and some holidays is required.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written is necessary.
• Responsible individual, committed to the mission of the Winnipeg Humane Society.
• Must be physically capable and able to carry out job duties in an efficient and thorough manner.

Authority:Authority to perform all assigned duties and responsibilities within established policies and procedures.Accountability:Directly accountable to the Behaviour Director/Manger, Behaviour for the performance of assignedduties.Interpersonal Relationships:Regular, daily involvement with other WHS departments, volunteers and customers.Standards of Performance:1. Keeping the mission of the Winnipeg Humane Society in the forefront when performing jobduties, as well as when representing the Winnipeg Humane Society both inside and outside of theshelter environment.2. High standards of customer service and respect for all as required for adoption interviews andBehaviour Help line advice.3. Successful and thorough completion of assigned job duties within reasonable time limits.4. Communicates effectively with all departments, volunteers and customers.5. Confidentiality is maintained on all matters pertaining to The WHS.6. Exemplary level of care provided to all animals in accordance with The Winnipeg HumaneSociety’s mission, policies, and practices.7. Reliability and diligence in position.Exemplifies Winnipeg Humane Society’s Core Values:

• We are and always will be humane

• We sincerely respect each other

• We communicate proactively, and we listen

• We are humble, and we are always willing to accept better and new ideas

• We are committed to transparency and accountability

Participates in creating a thriving Culture of Philanthropy at Winnipeg Humane Society by:

• Being knowledgeable and supportive of WHS programs

• Sharing their passion for service to animals, people, and our community with our guests

• Serving as an inspiration to all guests by providing an exemplary level of animal care and

guest service

• Being able to communicate a compelling case for support that demonstrates the impact of

philanthropy on Winnipeg Humane SocietyDuties and Responsibilities:The Behaviour Counselor is responsible for performing behaviour assessments for dogs andpersonality assessments for cats; counseling Behaviour Yelpline clients; assisting/teaching dogtraining classes; conducting training sessions for staff and volunteers; daily enrichment, training andbehaviour modification for cats and dogs; counseling potential adopters, restraining for medicaltreatments, assisting with medicating our animals; completing data entry on interactions andassessments of animals.Forward your resume and cover letter to:Attention: Catherine McMillanDirector, Behaviourcareers@winnipeghumanesociety.caPlease quote the job posting number in your email subject line and in your cover letter.NO PHONE CALLS PLEASEThank you for your interest in this position however only those considered for aninterview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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