- Salary
- $10 – $18/hr
- Location
- Youngsville, North Carolina, US
- Department
- Healthcare
Description
We’re seeking a caring kennel assistant to help our kennel team in the caring of our daycare and overnight guests. The kennel assistant will provide daily care such as feeding, medicating, supervising play group, general cleaning tasks, baths, guarantee pet safety and comfort, and manage care continuity. You’ll work with your coworkers to create a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere for pets. At all times, you will deliver professional and efficient service.To be successful, you must like animals and be able to make them as comfortable as possible during their stay. Candidates that are dexterous, informed, and compassionate are preferred. Teamwork is a must with this job!Kennel Assistant Duties & Responsibilities:Cleaning and organizing kennel spaces, play yards and bathing areasDaily scrubbing of the facilityAssuring that clients and their dogs feel at easeProviding compassionate care to boarded petsRestraining irritated, furious pets in a safe and acceptable mannerAssisting with medication administration, nail trims, and feeding of the pets in our careCommunicating with clients and co-workersFollowing facility guidelines, rules, regulations, and policies.Keeping track of medical records.Kennel Assistant Requirements:Animal affinities and be comfortable with a variety of personalitiesExcellent verbal and written communication abilities.Strong interpersonal skills.Outstanding ability to organize.Physically strong and dexterous, as well as the ability to stand for long periods of time.MUST LOVE DOGS AND THEIR HUMANS! Weekends and holidays are required. Must have reliable transportation. MUST ALSO FILL IN AT GRESHA LAKE LOCATION.Benefits include:Free daycare & bathing servicesDiscounted boarding servicesDiscounted veterinarian servicesHoliday pay PTO after 1 year for full time employeesHealth insuranceOptions for vision and dental insurance401K programOpportunities for bonusesAdvancement is possible!