****WEEKENDS, DOUBLES, & HOLIDAYS ARE REQUIRED; 25 HRS/WEEK MIN.****
Animal Care Center of Barrington, previously known as Barrington Animal Hospital, opened a state of the art facility to expand their services to the following in September of 2022: veterinary, dog & cat boarding, doggy daycare, grooming, and dog training. We are in search of part-time or full-time daycare / kennel attendants. ACCB is looking for someone who is excited and prepared to grow with our one-stop-shop!
About the Role:
Animal Care Center of Barrington is searching for a qualified attendant to supervise and care for the pets in daycare and boarding at our one-stop-shop facility. Our ideal candidate is someone who not only loves animals, but is passionate about the safety and well-being of them. Having previous experience in dog handling is a must. The following are expectations of the attendants such as, but not limited to:
Duties:
- Supervise group play environments, and determine appropriate and safe play groups and interactions between dogs
- Read/interpret canine body language and behavior
- Physically, mentally, and emotionally capable and comfortable working with a variety of dog and cat breeds, sizes/weights, ages, temperaments, and behavioral issues
- The ability and confidence to work in a fast paced, labor intensive, and potentially emotional & stressful environment
- Feed and medicate each pet appropriately to what the owner instructed and provided
- Record the following information on each pet, but not limited to, their food consumption, medication, elimination, and emotional & physical status
- Concern for safety and the physical & emotional well-being of all pets
- Work to create a positive, engaging, and safe play environment
- Show patience and respect to both pet parents and their pets
- Flexible Schedule- services are offered throughout the day, nights, weekdays, weekends, AND holidays
- Upkeep and sanitize the kennel, play areas, cat condos, laundry, dishes, etc.
- Enter charges and prepping for boarding & daycare pets
- Understand our boarding & daycare requirements
- Checking in/out daycare and boarding pets
- Relay information about the department to clients
- Understand personalities, needs, and preferences of each pet
- Communicate effectively with owners and their coworkers
- Performs duties and tasks effectively and efficiently throughout each shift
- Bathe daycare and boarding pets
- Potentially cross train with the other positions, such as grooming, front desk, and technician assistant, and training- as well as working as a team with the other departments
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with animals in a professional setting (e.g., veterinary clinic, animal shelter, pet daycare)
- Knowledge of animal handling techniques and behavior management
- Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) such as bags of dog food or crates
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally with pet owners
- Strong communication skills to effectively communicate with team members and pet owners
- Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays
Skills:
- Pet grooming experience is a plus
- Ability to handle animals safely and confidently
- Familiarity with basic veterinary procedures is beneficial (e.g., administering medications)
- Knowledge of proper pet care practices, including nutrition and exercise requirements
- Customer service skills to address inquiries from pet owners
Each employee will have endless opportunities to enrich and further develop their role. Daycare / boarding attendants will have the freedom to help transform the department in ways such as creating different types of activities and structured programs that they personally enjoy, and learning other positions. Animal Care Center of Barrington strives to foster an environment that allows employees to feel equal and confident in their position.
If you are passionate about working with dogs and providing exceptional care, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a doggy daycare & boarding attendant and make a positive impact on the lives of our furry friends!
**Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include every task or responsibility that may be required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $15.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Day range:
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Work setting:
Ability to Commute:
- Barrington, IL 60010 (Required)
Work Location: In person