Guide Dog Mobility Instructor

Overview

Position Title : Guide Dog Mobility Instructor

Reports To : Manager, Guide Dog Training

Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities

The Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI) will be an integral member of our Guide Dog training team, delivering a best-in-class program designed to empower Canadians who are blind or partially sighted to achieve greater independence and mobility through the support of a guide dog.

The GDMI will play a vital role throughout the participant journey—from initial program entry through to successful matching with a guide dog—supporting individuals in reaching their goal of living independently in partnership with their guide dog.

Essential Functions

The position entails, but is not limited to the following general responsibilities :

• Implement and deliver training courses to program participants, which also may include staff colleagues and apprentices within the program.
• Ensure that the trained guide dogs are suitably paired to an appropriate program participant by thoroughly understanding the dog’s temperament and skills and how these would best compliment the needs within the lifestyle of the participant.
• Train all dogs within the program according to established IGDF standards as well as specific program principlesas determined by CNIB Guide Dogs, which includes identifyingtemperamental and behavioral characteristics and ensures the application of appropriate training methods.
• Assess and recommendspecificdogs that have the necessary attributesto progress within theestablishedtrainingprogram, including thosethat are deemed to be better suited in a different function within the program.
• Provide the necessary aftercare services to the trained guide dog and participantsthat supports a high level of mobility, dog welfare and maximizes the pairing between the Guide Dog and its handler.
• Assess the capacity and skills-sets exemplified by the trained guide dog and how to best apply these in consideration of the assessed capacity of the participant.
• Develop a mobility plan, tailored to the participant, to meet needs and expectations in relation to the individual’s mobility goals and the use of a Guide Dog.
• Have an ability to provide ongoing written reports that enhance quality control and contribute to a historical summary on each dog within the program that lead to recommendations throughout the formal training process.
• Act as an ambassador for CNIB Guide Dogs, promoting a best-in-class service and professional public image.
• Develops and maintains positive and professional working relationships with participants, colleagues and volunteers.
• Committed to a continuous high level of quality outputs and customer service.
• Delivers in collaboration with colleagues upon the annual training objectives and core program activities as requiredin an identified timely manner.
• Proven ability and experience to work within a team environment and contribute sound solutions to any operational matters.
• This position works under the general direction of the CNIB Guide Dogs guidelines and standards but has the required latitude in making decisions on daily activities as it pertains to their role and responsibilities.
• The GDMI operates with direct supervision from the Manager, Guide Dog Training Teams and consults with this individual on issues that are more complex or that may require a higher level of approval.
• The GDMI works in a team environment and in collaboration with the Manager, Guide Dog Training Teams and the entire training team to achieve annual objectives.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

Experience and Education

Work Environment

CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.

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