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Facility Dog Handler - Full Time - 1st Shift

Facility Dog Handler - Full Time - 1st Shift

Dayton Children's Hospital

Naval Anacost Annex, DC

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Dayton Children's Hospital rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 49 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

398th of 1,020 rated hospitals

Job description

Facility:Dayton Children's - Main CampusDepartment:Child Life ServicesSchedule:Full timeHours:40Job Details: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.
Education
Bachelor's in child development or social services related field required
Certifications
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
1-3 yrs pediatric healthcare experience required. Experience with Animal Assisted therapy preferred

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