Position Summary
We are seeking a full-time permanent Animal Care Attendant to oversee and ensure a high standard of day to day care is provided to our residents and boarding animals. The chosen applicant will be responsible for a variety of tasks which include participating in rounds, hands-on animal care for a variety of animals including but not limited to: cats, dogs, goats, ducks, chicken, small animals. Time management, record keeping, organization and initiative are essential aspects of this role. The chosen applicant must be able to work well independently and in group settings. The sanctuary is not located on a bus route, and the successful applicant must have access to reliable transportation.
Title: Animal Care Attendant
Location: 4424 Victoria Road South, Puslinch
Work: Full-Time 30-40 hrs/week with potential for more hours depending on volume of animals at the sanctuary. Full day shifts including weekend shifts and holidays are required.
Wage: $19.00/hr
Mileage: Work related mileage is compensated at $0.30/km on bi-weekly paychecks for personal vehicle use.
Shifts: Shifts will be either Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday including statutory holidays and fall between 8am and 6pm. After hours overtime may be available during intakes and busy seasons.
A typical day
- Provide clean water and fresh food to animals daily, clean and disinfect all dishes, bedding and other items used by the animals. Clean and disinfect all cages and rooms within the boarding facilities following sanctuary policies.
- Ensure the health and behavioral needs of all animals in care are monitored and documented daily.
- Ensure all animal care, infectious disease and facility cleaning protocols and policies are followed at all times by staff and volunteers.
- Safely and properly handle and restrain various animals in care with fear free techniques.
- Handle and interact with animals with aggression or behavioral challenges.
- Administer general medical care including oral, topical and subcutaneous medications, vaccines, microchipping and bandage changing.
- Work closely with our charity partner, Dorset Rescue Kittens, to facilitate transfers for adoption and assist with adoptions and animal care when needed.
- Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations
- Transport animals to and from other boarding facilities and veterinary clinics using personal vehicle.
- Document behavioral, medical and other animal specific information to ShelterLuv as directed.
- Participate in the transfer of animals to vet clinics and other locations as required.
- Outdoor work in all-weather elements.
- Safely lift and transport up to 65lbs on a regular basis.
Key qualifications and experience
- Post secondary education or experience in a related field is preferred.
- Ability to safely and properly handle and restrain various animals in care.
- Comfortable handling and interacting with animals who have aggression or behavioral challenges.
- Experience with mentoring and leadership, as well as working closely with team members.
- Ability to work in and maintain confidentiality in a professional setting.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with superior organizational skills.
- Ability to maintain professional composure and multitask in a high-paced, emotional environment.
- Maintain a valid driver's license with reliable access to a vehicle for transportation to/from the shelter and for animal transportation.
- Self-starter and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to lift and transport up to 65lbs on a regular basis.
- Shelter experience is an asset.
Please forward your resume, cover letter and availability to:
Cailey Seymour
Dogwood Animal Sanctuary CEO/ Dorset Rescue Kittens Director [email protected]
Please quote “Full-Time ACA” in the subject line
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in the Dogwood Animal Sanctuary, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
