Service Animal Trainer Job at Ladgov Corporation, McLean, VA

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  • Ladgov Corporation
  • McLean, VA

Job Description

Location : Bethesda, Maryland
Position : Full-time

Duties

  • Provide instruction to healthcare beneficiaries participating in the Animal Assisted Therapy Program to train service animals for Veterans with post-traumatic stress (PTS) and traumatic brain injury (TBI).
  • Develop and deliver training sessions in line with program standards, adapting to the needs and recovery stages of each patient.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to establish and implement training goals that align with patients' clinical objectives.
  • Maintain comprehensive program documentation, including encounter reports, training progress, and metrics for therapy sessions.
  • Organize and participate in community reintegration activities that facilitate socialization for both patients and animals as part of the therapeutic process.
  • Provide guidance on proper animal care, grooming, handling, and commands.
  • Serve as an educational resource for patients, staff, and medical professionals, offering insights into the therapeutic value of service animal training.
  • Promote integration of service animals into wellness and therapeutic activities in collaboration with other therapy teams.

Requirements

  • At least one year of experience as a service animal trainer.
  • Completion of a certified service animal training program (6–12 months) or a combination of relevant education and work experience (minimum of 18 months).
  • Experience working with patients experiencing mental health conditions, TBI, or PTS/PTSD.
  • Knowledge of TBI and PTS symptomology and its impact on patient behavior and recovery.
  • Familiarity with healthcare environments, preferably within military medical facilities.
  • Strong physical capabilities to perform duties, including handling and training large-breed service animals.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification approved by the American Heart Association.
  • Valid state motor vehicle license.

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement,

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