Guide Dog Mobility Instructor

Contact at organisation: Danielle Jones, Blind Low Vision NZ

Phone: +64 22 014 7429

Email: recruitment@blindlowvision.org.nz

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, and do you have a special place in your heart for our four-legged friends? Blind Low Vision NZ is on the lookout for an extraordinary individual to join our team as a full-time Guide Dog Mobility Instructor, location is flexible but must be able to cover the lower/central North Island.

This is not just a job; it is an opportunity that offers the chance to change lives, both human and canine, every single day. As a Guide Dog Mobility Instructor, you will immerse yourself in the rewarding world of guide dogs, playing a pivotal role in their journey from energetic puppies to trusted guides. Your days will be filled with training these incredible animals and their dedicated handlers while also supporting them as they build a strong bond that will open up a world of independence for people that are blind, deafblind, or have low vision.

You will find yourself regularly travelling around the wider lower/central North Island area and occasionally venturing out to other parts of the country. This role is your ticket to an exciting career that combines your love for dogs with your excellent skills in mobility training.

Ko wai koe | About you

To be successful in this role, you must have:
· A Guide Dog Mobility Instructor qualification from an organisation accredited by the International Guide Dog Federation
· Minimum of two years’ post qualification experience in the guide dog field
· Computer literate with the ability to report fluently using written communication
· Comfort with speaking in public settings
· Strong communication skills
· Physically fit to train dogs and guide dog teams in all types of weather
· Willingness to represent Blind Low Vision NZ in fundraising efforts
· Willing to travel within Aotearoa New Zealand as required

Ngā painga | What we offer*

· 5 weeks of Annual Leave
· Flexible working options available
· 1 Day of Birthday Leave and 1 Wellbeing Day
· Health and Wellbeing Allowance
· Eye Test and Prescription Lens Reimbursement
· Access to 70+ discounts with businesses across the country
· And many more!
*conditions apply