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.
Job Description
This role is physical with frequent walking, bending, and dealing with the needs of a young dog.
Duties include:
Assess dogs for suitability to continue with Guide Dog training.
Test dogs’ responses to environmental stimuli and monitor social behaviour which includes personal home assessments.
Review individual characteristics of dogs to determine appropriate training methodology and design an efficient and measurable training plan to ensure supply within desired time and quality.
Highlight all health issues and promptly refer for review, assisting with the management and implementation of veterinary treatment plans.
Apply training standards for Guide Dog training as per IGDF and organisational standards.
Collaborate closely with the Puppy Development team, providing technical support as required.
Effectively liaise with volunteers to build positive relationships and assist with recruitment and training.
Maintain accurate and current documentation including formal temperament assessments for dogs under responsibility.
Participate as required in Fundraising and Public Relations events.
Act as an ambassador for Guide dogs, promoting good public image and supporting EverAbility’s strategic direction.
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential:
Guide Dog Trainer qualifications from a recognised IGDF organisation.
Demonstrated experience in dog handling, effective leadership and control over dogs.
Ability to relate to dogs of all ages and at various levels of training.
Skills in problem analysis and the ability to recognise changes in dog behaviour.
Ability to maintain good voice control.
Demonstrated ability to undertake a methodical approach to your work through to completion, while maintaining flexibility and adaptability to varying workloads.
High level of initiative, while still being able to work under direction.
Superior planning and organising skills.
Ability to work well within a team, as well as independently.
A high level of interpersonal skills and an ability to show empathy when interacting with volunteers.
Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in use of Microsoft Office programs.
Desirable:
Previous experience in a teaching role.
Up-to-date knowledge of Guide Dog Mobility theory and practices, and knowledge of community resources relevant to people with vision impairment.
Effective public presentation skills.
Broad base of experience in one or more IGDF accredited organisations.
Benefits: In return, you will be rewarded with:
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 onsite parking and close to public transport (across the road from Victoria Park Train Station).
Free access to our gym.
Ongoing professional development and training.
Employee Assistance Program.
How to apply?
Ready to make a difference? Click Apply and let’s chat about what life at EverAbility could look like for you.
Applications close at 4:00 PM on Friday, 10 April 2026. Please note: interviews may begin before the closing date and the advertisement may close early — we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
For further information please contact Susan King, Program Manager via susan.king@guidedogswa.com.au or Emily Gomboc, Team Leader at emily.gomboc@guidedogswa.com.au
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.
