What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Assistant - Dogs position at Pet Animal Welfare Society of CT?
About us
Pet Animal Welfare Society of CT or PAWS' mission is the rescue and adoption of our community's homeless and abused dogs and cats.
The Animal Care Assistant - Dogs will be responsible for the overall care and well-being of the dogs in the shelter, ensuring their feeding and cleanliness of the shelter.
Duties and Responsibilities:
NOTE: THIS IS A YEAR-ROUND PART-TIME POSITION, NOT A SEASONAL POSITION
Cross-training and managing mostly dogs but sometimes cat care, feeding, proper cleaning of the facility and proper care and handling of cats and dogs.
· Monitor the health of the dogs by observing signs or symptoms of illness, injury, or distress, and seeking veterinary care or environment changes as appropriate, in coordination with Kennel Manager.
· Maintain healthy, safe, sanitary and cleanly housing for all dogs and the shelter building.
Communications and Skills
· Good communication skills to ensure a team atmosphere.
· Demonstrate familiarity with dogs and behaviors through either formal training or experience.
· Knowledge of dog handling techniques and common medical conditions.
· Enthusiastic support of the no-kill philosophy.
· Ability to communicate skillfully and effectively with diverse members staff and volunteers in a professional, respectful, courteous and tactful manner.
· Comfortable with dogs of unknown disposition and those who may exhibit medical and other problems, as well as aggressive tendencies.
Job Requirements
· Excellent customer relation skills.
Minimum 1 year professional dog handling experience.
Must be able to maneuver steps/stairs.
Must be able to maneuver 50 pounds.
Must be able to walk dogs of various temperaments for 10-20 minute walks
· Dedicated to Paws mission.
· Availability to work weekend shift(s), evenings and holidays.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.94 per hour
Experience:
- professional dog handling: 1 year (Required)
- Animal shelter: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver License (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17