Dog Welfare Officer

**Introduction**:
**A little about us**:
EverAbility Group have a long and proud history of providing services for people with disability across Western Australia and Tasmania. Together, our team of nearly 200 staff and over 500 volunteers support our growing group of diverse services.
**Our services at EverAbility Group include**:
VisAbility - our specialised service supporting people with low or no vision.
Guide Dogs WA and Guide Dogs Tasmania - our iconic service raising and training life changing assistance dogs.
Kites Children’s Therapy - our early intervention support, advice and solutions service transforming the lives of children and their families living with disability or developmental challenges.
**Description**:
**About the Role**:
Our dogs change lives — and so can you.
At Guide Dogs WA, it’s the independence and freedom our dogs bring to people’s lives that inspires everything we do. Behind each of these incredible partnerships is a dedicated team making it all possible — and we’re looking for someone special to join us.
Reporting to the Manager - Breeding, the Dog Welfare Officer (DWO) plays a vital role in safeguarding the physical and mental wellbeing of every dog in our care. From daily husbandry duties to health checks, from transport to training transitions, the DWO is the go-to for everything related to our dogs’ health and happiness.
This is a permanent part-time position at 0.6FTE.
**Key Responsibilities**:
Provide daily care, routine health checks, and wellbeing monitoring for dogs in training
Support Instructors by identifying and reporting canine health concerns in a timely manner
Manage vaccination schedules, de-sexing, parasite prevention and treatment plans
Coordinate onsite and external vet visits, including assisting vets during examinations
Maintain veterinary supplies and manage stock levels of medications and consumables
Liaise with external vets and internal teams to ensure optimal dog welfare
Support the intake, handover, and transition of dogs across training programs
Maintain accurate records/notes and assist with data reporting and invoicing
Ensure a safe and hygienic working environment, following all WHS protocols
Contribute to continuous improvement of welfare processes and systems
**Skills and Experiences**:
**Essential Skills and Attributes**:
Solid understanding of dog behaviour and welfare
Strong teamwork and ability to work independently
Clear communication skills - both written and verbal
Excellent planning, organisation and stress management
Ability to follow instructions and act on feedback
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Physically capable of meeting the demands of the role
**Desirable**:
Registration as a Veterinary Nurse
Experience working with dogs in a training environment
Experience working with volunteers and people with disabilities
Required Compliance Documents
- National Police Clearance
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working with Children Check
- Valid Driver’s Licence
- Annual Influenza Vaccination

**Benefits**:In return, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including**:
Up to 3 days additional paid leave during year-end holiday season
Salary packaging, an opportunity to increase your take-home pay
Option to purchase additional leave
17.5% annual leave loading, where applicable
Free parking and easy public transport access
Free onsite gym access
Thrive in a culture that values flexibility and supports work-life balance
Ongoing professional development and training
Employee Assistance Program
How to apply?
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.