Overview
Dog Caretaker & Kennel Attendant (2 – 4 days per week) Jobs in New Rochelle, NY at Humane Society of Westchester
- CANDIDATES WILL WORK 2 – 4 DAYS EACH WEEK (9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.) AND MUST HAVE THEIR OWN TRANSPORTATION WITHIN 20 MINUTES DRIVE OF NEW ROCHELLE, NY.
Daily Responsibilities:
- Thorough disinfecting of all kennels, dog pens and dishes
- Twice daily feeding providing fresh water for all dogs, including special diets
- Spot cleaning of all dog areas throughout the day
- Cleaning and upkeep of the shelter building, including outside spaces, taking garbage out, and sorting donations to put away in designated areas
- Monitoring the health and behavior of the dogs at the shelter and reporting concerns to your Shelter Managers
- Providing animal enrichment including dog walks and play dates
- Treating all dogs humanely and with compassion at all times, regardless of the situation or circumstances
- Maintaining a friendly demeanor and providing good and professional customer service while assisting volunteers, the public and other staff
- Assisting with other duties and tasks as requested by the Shelter Manager and other staff
- Follow all policies and procedures as documented by the Humane Society
Candidates that are good for this Job are:
- Comfortable handling large dogs in a shelter environment
- Able to stay on your feet for the majority of your assigned shift
- Able to lift and move items weighing up to 30lbs for short distances
- Able to work in all-weather situations including extreme heat/cold, rain, snow, etc.
- Punctual and reliable and work well with teammates
- Possess a positive and friendly attitude, Good communication and listening skills
- Able to work independently, able to think on your feet
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Title: Dog Caretaker & Kennel Attendant (2 – 4 days per week)
Company: Humane Society of Westchester
Location: New Rochelle, NY
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