As per LAPS strategic direction, under the direction of the Director of Animal Welfare (“the manager”), the Doghouse Program Supervisor (“the Supervisor”) is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operation of the Doghouse Program at the Fraser Valley Institution for Women (FVI) operated by the Correctional Services of Canada (CSC). The Supervisor will participate in pre-screening for suitability, oversee intake, and ensuring high welfare standards for all boarding and daycare dogs. The Supervisor will supervise inmate participants and provide employment training regarding grooming, dog handling, dog training, husbandry, and client relations.

In addition, the Supervisor will promote the program in the community and provide private and group dog training classes based on positive reinforcement techniques. This will include providing behaviour modification plans and supporting guardians to foster a healthy relationship with their dog(s).

The Supervisor position interacts and collaborates with all organization levels at both LAPS and CSC.