What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cat Boarding & Care position at Gentle Giant?
To be considered, please include professional animal care experience in your resume.About UsThank you for considering working with us. We are the proud owners of a European Maine Coon cattery. Originally based in Europe, we moved to New York City five years ago and have been lovingly placing our kittens in homes across the United States ever since.Our MissionWe are deeply committed to animal welfare. We are currently building two animal shelters, and the proceeds from our cattery directly support these important projects. By partnering with us, you directly contribute to our larger mission of compassion and care.Care RequirementsWe are looking for responsible and caring individuals or families to care for our kittens as they transition to their forever homes. Ideally, your home should have more than one person so that someone is always nearby in case of an emergency. Kittens require a separate room. For regular partners, we can provide a converted barn-style cat room.All sitters must have a driver's license and a reliable vehicle. Because this job involves caring for fragile and valuable lives, we seek individuals who demonstrate:High integrity and reliabilityTransparency and dependabilityEmotional stabilityCleanliness and attention to detailResponsibilities include:Maintaining a clean and hygienic litter boxMonitoring the kittens' health, nutrition, hydration, and activityAdministering medications as prescribedPicking up at the airport on time (usually around 7:30 AM or 7:30 PM; schedule subject to change and confirmed 24-48 hours in advance)Regular veterinary visits as neededMaintaining accurate medical recordsOrganizing meetings with potential adoptersProviding video conferences and FaceTime meetingsObtaining certified checks on our behalf and depositing them with Bank of AmericaCompensationWe offer a flat rate of $250 per kitten For up to 30 days. Most kittens are adopted within 2-7 days. Fosterers can expect to care for 4-8 kittens per month, with all kitten expenses covered.Extra Care BonusFor kittens requiring special attention or medical care, we offer a supplemental pay of up to $250. Full salary information and a bonus statement will be provided.PET FLIGHT SITTER:This is a separate position.Payment is $500, and we cover airfare and airfarewith one of your cats to another major airport, in the cabin with you in your seat.A few questions for you1. Do you have a separate room for kittens?2. What other animals live in your home?3. Are they cat-friendly?4. Do you accept dogs or animals that might be aggressive toward cats?5. What neighborhood are you in?6. Do you have a car to pick you up at the airport?7. Who else lives in your home?8. Do all family members work during the day? If so, what are their typical work schedules?Employment Type: Full TimeSalary: $30,000 - $50,000 AnnualBonus/Commission: Yes
Salary : $30,000 - $50,000