Guide Dog Mobility Instructor

As a GDMI you will play a key role in enhancing independence and mobility for individuals with vision impairment.
- Ongoing exposure to professional development opportunities - conferences etc
- Competitive remuneration + maintained vehicle + salary packaging options

**Full Job Description**
Want to join a purpose-based organisation? Are you an International Guide Dog Federation (IDGF) recognised Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI), seeking a rewarding role with a leading organisation? See Differently with the Royal Society for the Blind is looking for passionate professionals to join our Guide Dog Services team. With a collaborative, inclusive and creative culture, you are sure to thoroughly enjoy this position and the value you will create for our clients.

**About See Differently with the Royal Society for the Blind**

We’ve been around for a long time - 140 years in fact. Over that time, we’ve seen and learnt a lot. That makes us the most experienced and knowledgeable provider of vision services in South Australia. But our range of services is also what makes us stand apart. We’re the largest provider in South Australia, offering people who are blind or have low vision support that ranges from guide dogs to assistive technologies.

**The opportunity**

See Differently is looking for a **full-time Guide Dog Mobility Instructor** to work as part of the See Differently Guide and Assistance Dog Team. As a GDMI you will play a key role in enhancing independence and mobility for individuals with vision impairment, providing expert guidance and training in a supportive and professional environment.

**Your duties will include**:

- Train and match guide dogs with clients, ensuring tailored mobility solutions
- Train dogs to obey verbal and non-verbal commands and addressing behavioural problems
- Exercising and caring for dogs within See Differently’s care
- Maintaining dog health records, treating minor injuries and reporting serious conditions to Veterinarians
- Provide ongoing support and training to clients with vision impairments
- Collaborate with our dedicated team to deliver the highest quality of care and service

**Skills and experience**:

- Current drivers license
- Current satisfactory DHS screening and National Police Clearance or willingness to obtain.
- Qualification in guide dog mobility instruction from an International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF) accredited organisation and 3+ years experience, or:

- AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV or at least three years of relevant experience
- Have the ability to analyse and assess individual dogs and carry out a tailored training program.
- Be skilled in determining the needs, abilities, suitability, and potential of new or existing clients.
- Possess the knowledge to evaluate all relevant client information and identify ideal dog type, within specific timeframes.
- Have the ability to plan and organise work activities to ensure safety and welfare of self, clients, and others.
- Must be physically fit and capable of walking 10+km’s per day.

**What we can offer you**
- A supportive, collaborative team environment with the opportunity to participate in staff events
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Attractive salary ($88,000 - $95,000 + Super) with the added benefit of salary packaging to increase your take home pay. (All staff have access to up to $15,900 tax free, and a further $2500 tax free for meal and entertainment purchases.)
- Fully maintained company vehicle
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Paid Parental Leave

**Why Adelaide?** Adelaide has been recently celebrated in news articles as one of the best places to live, offering a great lifestyle with affordable housing, a vibrant arts scene, and beautiful beaches. It's the perfect blend of city life and natural beauty

Seize the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those with vision impairments while enjoying a fulfilling career in beautiful Adelaide

Pay: $88,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Maternity leave
- Salary packaging

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Education**:

- Certificate I - IV (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Dog training: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 09/03/2025