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Police Officer - Wellness Support Dog Handler

U.S. Capitol Police

Washington, District of Columbia$91k – $148k28d ago

About the role

This position is located within the Howard C. Liebengood Center for Wellness. The Wellness Support Dog Handler (WSDH) is a dedicated individual who is responsible for providing mental and emotional support to USCP employees. This role involves utilizing the Wellness Support Dog (WSD) to assist officers and staff in managing stress, mental health challenges, and promoting overall well-being. The WSDH will be responsible for the care, training, and deployment of the WSD, ensuring the animal is effectively integrated into the department's wellness program. Duties: Manage the WSD’s health, training, safety, and well-being, including feeding, grooming, and veterinary care, while ensuring the WSD effectively supports mental health. •Collaborate with other wellness team members, leadership, and mental health professionals, support officers, and professional staff through visits, activities, and wellness events. •Conduct community outreach to enhance public relations, represent the Department

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