We are urgently seeking hard-working, self-motivated, and passionate dog lovers to join our pack as a Daycare Attendant! Our Daycare Attendants are responsible for our Play department. You will supervise, control, and manage group play. You will be responsible for maintaining a fun, safe, and enriching play environment for all our canine guests! This position requires comfort with all sizes and breeds of dogs, as well as comfort in managing large playgroups. You will be working very hands-on; supervising social groups, providing enrichment, monitoring play styles and interactions, cleaning, record keeping, and completing health checks (checking over body, ears, gums, paws, etc.). In joining our team, you will receive on-the-job training in dog body language, pack behavior, social group management, and safe handling protocols. We offer a friendly, welcoming, work environment and a strong team of dedicated canine lovers! We are requiring reliable individuals that have a positive attitude, good work ethic, and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and get dirty! The positions are physically demanding and require you to be on your feet for long periods of time. A successful candidate will be a significant canine lover, pay excellent attention to detail, set and maintain high standards for sanitation and cleanliness, have the exceptional ability to multitask, time manage, and adapt to change.
Job Description- Daycare Attendant
Job responsibilities include but may not be limited to:
- Willing and able to communicate directly with clients, both written and orally, about their dog in a professional manner even in difficult or emotional situations.
- Interact with dogs in playgroups using appropriate toys and tools to ensure safe levels of play and minimizing stress levels of all dogs in playgroup.
- Maintain visual observation of dogs at all times and spread attention and play among all dogs in playgroup.
- Control level of play by following dog management and control procedures and instructions provided by management.
- Use proper dog handling techniques as instructed by management.
- Use proper dog introduction procedures.
- Use appropriate praise and dog correction methods.
- Ensure you know all dogs in playgroup and can properly identify them. If not, request assistance from other staff or management.
- Watch all new dogs carefully and immediately consult with management if you have concerns.
- For all dogs in playgroup, report any unusual behavior, or eliminations and injuries to management immediately.
- Maintain playroom as instructed per the posted checklist.
- Ensure that all staff that relieve you for break or shift change know all dogs in group, the special needs dog status and any unusual behaviors or concerns you have been managing during your shift.
- Review information on the “playgroup” board in hall and in playroom before start of shift and comply with instructions.
- Complete dog incident reports timely when required. If you are not sure whether a report is required check with management.
- Feeding/medicating dogs on pre-set schedule.
Cleaning Duties include but may not be limited to:
- Scoop dog waste immediately and dispose of it as instructed.
- Mop up accidents immediately.
- Dust mopping/wet mopping floors as assigned.
- Removing trash from containers.
- Disinfect outside area.
- Changing/Laundering sheets.
- Cleaning water bowls, kongs, and other toys.
Requirements:
- Licensed Kennel Experience Preferred
- Reliable transportation
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- The Lodge for Pampered Pets is Open to Guests 365 days per year: Holidays, Weekends & on call required
- Daily - 6:30-12 and/or 1-7pm & Sun 2-7pm availability is required.
- Required to be available to work every other weekend.
Perks include:
- Free puppy kisses
- Unlimited cat purring
- Bring your dog to work - Complimentary Doggy Daycare for fully vaccinated dogs that are eligible
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Day range:
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
Work setting:
Application Question(s):
- The Lodge for Pampered Pets is open 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. A double shift would consist of working 6:30am-12pm & 3pm-7pm. A double shift may be scheduled 1-2 times per week. Are you willing to work 1-2 double shifts per week?
- The Lodge for Pampered Pets is open 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. We ask employees for 2 weekend per month availability (every other weekend). Are you available to work 2 weekends a month?
- The Lodge for Pampered Pets is open 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. The lobby is closed on Major holidays - New Years Day, Easter, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving & Christmas Day. The lobby is open for all other holidays, including Halloween, Christmas Eve & New Years Eve. We try and alternate holidays between employees. Are you available to work holidays?
- How many hours per week are you looking to work?
- What is your desired pay per hour?
Experience:
- Kennel Daycare: 1 year (Preferred)
- Kennel Technician: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person