Guide Dog Mobility Intructor

Contact at organisation: Billi Thornton, BC & Alberta Guide Dogs

Phone: +1.778.839.0080

Email: bill@bcagds.com

About the Role
• Train a cohort of up to four trainee guide dogs at a time over a structured 20-week training cycle.
• Work with adult dogs that have been purpose-bred and raised by our professional breeding and puppy-raising team, ensuring a strong foundation for advanced training.
• Deliver all client training on a domiciliary basis (in the client’s home) over a three-week training cycle, working Monday through Friday.
• When training occurs outside the Vancouver region, travel to the client’s home may include fixed-wing aircraft, float plane, ferry, and/or motor vehicle.
• Travel is typically scheduled with departure on Monday and return on Friday for each of the two weekends during the training period.
• If you choose to remain at the training location over the weekend, travel expenses will be covered for your significant other to join you.• All GDMI’s complete regular, annual aftercare visits with our graduate partnership each year across both British Columbia and Alberta.
• Support the broader team by assisting with public awareness events and engaging with community groups, including service clubs and other interested organizations.
• Participate in outreach efforts to promote the organization’s mission and programs.
• Opportunities to contribute with International Guide Dog Federation activities, conferences and committees are encouraged and supported.

Job Location:
The Guide Dog Training Team is based at our brand-new Breeding and Training Centre, located at 7061 Ladner Trunk Road, Delta, British Columbia.

Living & Working in British Columbia:
The Vancouver area is consistently ranked among the world’s most livable regions and is currently rated the 7th most livable city in the world.
Beautiful British Columbia offers some of the world’s finest natural landscapes and recreational opportunities. It’s possible to ski and golf on the same day. The province is renowned for its exceptional outdoor lifestyle, including hiking, camping, skiing, snowboarding, boating, and many other year-round activities.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Hold a GDMI Certification from an IGDF member organization.
• Able demonstrate that you can work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Have strong organizational skills, time management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrate openness to continuous learning, and professional development

Contract & Work Authorization:
• This position is offered as a renewable three-year contract, with strong potential for a permanent position following successful completion of the initial contract term.
• Employment is subject to obtaining a valid Canadian work visa.
• BC & Alberta Guide Dogs will cover all reasonable visa and travel expenses. Upon arrival, the organization will also provide coverage for your first two months of rent.

Employee Benefits:
All employees receive 20 days of paid vacation annually. Employees are also eligible for a non-contributory medical and dental benefits plan.