What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pet Sitter position at Rainy Day Pets?
Job Title: Daycare Specialist / Pet Sitter
Job Type: Part-time
Job Summary
Join our team as a Daycare Specialist and become a trusted caregiver for dogs in our clients' care! In this role, you'll lead group daycare sessions, take dogs on walks, and provide overnight boarding stays, helping pets feel safe, social, and comfortable while their owners are away. This part-time, hourly paid position is a great fit for someone who's experienced managing dogs in a group setting and has a flexible schedule — with opportunities to earn more through referral and performance incentives.
Duties
- Supervise and engage dogs in a group daycare setting, managing play and interactions between multiple dogs
- Walk dogs individually or in small groups as part of daily care
- Stay overnight with dogs for boarding clients
- Provide feeding and engage pets in playtime to support their physical and emotional well-being
- Administer medication when requested by pet owners (occasional, as needed)
- Handle dogs safely and confidently, managing group dynamics to ensure everyone's safety
- Maintain clean living spaces, including bedding and feeding areas
- Monitor pet health and behavior, and communicate any concerns to clients
- Follow each dog's individual care routine and instructions
Qualifications
- Previous experience supervising dogs in a group or daycare setting required
- Comfortable managing multiple dogs of different sizes and temperaments at once
- Reliable, communicative, and detail-oriented
- Available for part-time work with a flexible schedule that varies week to week
- Own vehicle required, unless located in the immediate New Rochelle area
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $18