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Puppy Whelping Coordinator - Guide Dogs WA

EverAbility Group Limited

Guide Dogs change lives. It is the independence and freedom offered by these dogs to our clients that keeps us going. Guide Dogs WA provides life changing Guide Dogs, Autism Assistance Dogs and Therapy Dogs for a school, hospital or therapy setting.

We have a long and proud history of providing services for people with disabilities, enabling them to do the things they love and live the life they want. We have two key areas that we specialise in, services for people with no or low vision, and children across the whole broad spectrum of disabilities. Today, we have over 160 staff and over 300 volunteers connecting, inspiring and supporting adults, children and families across Western Australia and Tasmania. Our family of brands encompasses Guide Dogs WA/TAS, Kites Children’s Therapy, Perron Place and our vision only brand VisAbility.

We are forging our own path in establishing a World Class Breeding Program to ensure a reliable and quality supply of Guide and Assistance Dogs. We are seeking an qualified or experienced Puppy Whelper to bring expertise and facilitate a range of functions which will bring this program to life. Are you up to the task?

The Role

This exciting new role will coordinate and execute a range of day to day activities to support the home whelping function of Guide Dogs WA. Contributing to key functions for the Breeding Program to ensure the safe delivery, welfare and quality of puppies, some key responsibilities of this role include:

  • Recruitment and selection of suitable home whelping volunteers.
  • Assist the Program Manager with various aspects of the breeding process including reproduction, mating, genetic testing and monitoring fertility.
  • Facilitate the delivery of puppies in home environments.
  • Design and deliver specialised training and support to volunteers and puppies.
  • Liaise with the team to establish and build the program in collaboration with the Program Manager - Breeding.
  • Provide 24-hour specialist emergency cover for all volunteer puppy whelpers.

But that is not all! Please download the full Job Description to find out more.

Salary Range: $67,754 to $82,820 (exclusive of superannuation). View our current Enterprise Agreement to find more information about salary levels and employment terms and conditions.

Basis of Employment: This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week) permanent position.

To be considered you will need:

  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in breeding, whelping and puppy raising.
  • Knowledge and demonstrated experience with canine anatomy and reproduction.
  • Previous experience of working directly with dogs/puppies which may include training, supervision, care and welfare.
  • Proven experience working in a scientific or laboratory capacity.
  • Knowledge and understanding of canine breeding and genetics.
  • Knowledge of Guide Dog Mobility theory and practices.
  • Demonstrated experience in training and supervising a team of volunteers.
  • The ability to work outside of normal hours and travel to remote locations to accommodate the birth of puppies is essential for this role.

We encourage people with disability and of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply. Everyone is welcome, as we are an inclusive and diverse workplace.

What's in it for you?

If you enjoy variety in your work, where no day is the same, then this is the role for you! Feel rewarded by purpose in your work as you help people living with disability and developmental delay to achieve independence and inclusion. Be challenged by the work you do in this dynamic and changing environment. We have a number of professionals in diverse roles with expertise in their field. Learn and expand your knowledge in this specalised area. You will also benefit from:

  • Generous Salary Packaging arrangements, calculate your potential income here - https://www.cbb.com.au/salary-packaging-calculator/.
  • Work within a friendly and supportive team who are passionate about what they do.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Access to Training and Professional Development opportunities.
  • 3 additional days of paid leave as a gift to you over the Christmas / New Year period.
  • Free use of our onsite gym and discounts to fitness programs (find out more about our programs here - https://www.perronplace.org.au/whats-on/fitness-classes/.
  • An Employee Assistance Program offering external counselling and support services to you and your family.
  • Free on-site parking and close to public transport (across the road from Victoria Park Train Station).
  • Subsidised annual flu shots.

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