Girl volunteer in the nursery for dogs. Shelter for stray dogs.

Employment Opportunities

NOW HIRING FULL AND PART-TIME POSITIONS!

Seeking Reliable, Competent, Mature, Caring Animal Caregivers! Applicants must have good verbal and reading comprehension skills and good communication skills. This position includes weekends and holidays. Caregivers are cross-trained for both dogs and cats. Experience is a plus but not necessary. This is a physical position – applicants must be able to lift 50 lbs. comfortably.

Description of Duties Includes:

  • Feed and water animals.
  • Monitor animal health, including checking for signs of illness or injury.
  • Clean and maintain animal enclosures per written protocols.
  • Exercise and play with animals, as appropriate.
  • Administer medication to animals, as prescribed by a veterinarian.
  • Bathe and groom animals.
  • Provide companionship to animals.
  • Train animals, per protocols as needed.
  • Respond to emergency situations involving animals.
  • Record detailed notes on the animals’ health and behavior.
  • Ensure all safety protocols are followed when handling animals.
  • Monitor animal behavior and report any changes ASAP.
  • Communicate with the public about animal care and welfare.
  • Assist with veterinary treatments or procedures, as needed.
  • Provide good customer service to potential adopters.
  • Maintain Association of Shelter Vets Standards of Care for Shelters.

Email your resume, application, or questions to: [email protected]

 

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