Facility Dog Handler - Full Time - 1st Shift

Dayton Children's Hospital

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About The Position

The facility dog handler will utilize the facility dog as a tool to provide goal oriented therapeutic interventions for patients undergoing treatment at Dayton Children’s. The handler will provide therapeutic interventions within their clinical scope that will address the emotional, behavioral, receptive/expressive, cognitive and physical needs of patients. On behalf of Dayton Children’s, the handler is responsible for the daily care and control of the facility dog, which may include, but is not limited to: maintaining a safe/clean work/rest environment, feeding/weight management, veterinary care, grooming/cleanliness, and ongoing teaching/training. Under the direct supervision of the Child Life Manager, the Facility Dog Handler will be responsible for providing goal oriented therapeutic interventions and collaborating with other members of the health care team. They will also maintain appropriate records and keep their level of professional knowledge at an acceptable level. At Dayton Children's, we believe that each moment counts with our patients, families, and with each other. We are moving at a fast pace and are looking for the right talent for our team at Dayton Children's. We want people who embody our values and want to become a part of the Dayton Children's difference. If this is you, apply today! Our values: We commit to safety - We ensure every action and decision prioritizes the safety of patients, families, and employees. We serve with compassion - We bring generosity, empathy, and kindness to all interactions. We own every moment - We take pride in everything we do. We’re better together - We collaborate, communicate, and support one another to deliver optimal care. We innovate with purpose - We adapt and change to improve pediatric care, for today and tomorrow. We value and respect each person - We create an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and respected. Dayton Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or based on age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or transgender status.

Requirements

• Bachelors in Child Development or Social Services related field required
• 1-3 yrs pediatric healthcare experience required

Nice To Haves

• CCLS - Certified Child Life Specialist or Certified Recreation Therapists or Licensure with the Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy Board (to include Licensed Professional Musical Therapist) preferred
• Experience with Animal Assisted therapy preferred
• Must complete Association of Animal Assisted Intervention Professionals (AAAIP) within first year of employment (cost to be covered by Dayton Children's Hospital)

Responsibilities

• Utilize the facility dog as a tool to provide goal oriented therapeutic interventions for patients
• Provide therapeutic interventions within their clinical scope that will address the emotional, behavioral, receptive/expressive, cognitive and physical needs of patients
• Responsible for the daily care and control of the facility dog
• Maintaining a safe/clean work/rest environment
• Feeding/weight management
• Veterinary care
• Grooming/cleanliness
• Ongoing teaching/training
• Providing goal oriented therapeutic interventions
• Collaborating with other members of the health care team
• Maintain appropriate records
• Keep their level of professional knowledge at an acceptable level

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level