Animal Care Assistant

Helping Paws Animal Shelter
Woodstock, IL Part Time | Full Time
POSTED ON 2/10/2024 CLOSED ON 2/12/2024

Job Posting for Animal Care Assistant at Helping Paws Animal Shelter

About us

Helping Paws is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

Our small, committed staff and dedicated volunteers handle and care for more than 800 animals annually. Each animal that comes into our shelter is treated with respect, kindness and compassion. We believe that for each of our animals…”Second Chances Start Here.”

Animal Care Assistant wanted!

We are looking to hire an individual to learn, grow, and advance within our organization.

Animal Care Assistants work as a team to ensure safe, sanitary, and secure facilities for all shelter animals. They provide humane handling and care for all our dogs and cats. This includes feeding, walking, and cleaning kennels. They interact with the public by showing our animals and counseling potential adopters. Other responsibilities include laundry, washing food bowls, and restocking supplies. This is a very physical job. You'll get your steps in everyday!

*Must be 18 years old.
*Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
*Must be able to lift 40 lbs and walk dogs 80 lbs or more.
*Must be able to take direction, be detail oriented, provide excellent service to our customers, and love & respect animals.
*Must be able to maintain effective, cooperative, and professional working relationships with co-workers, volunteers, and board members.
*Must be able to work flexible hours, at least 1 weekend day each week, some holidays, and be punctual.

Shifts vary: 8:00am -12:00pm OR 8:00am - 4:30pm

Helping Paws is a no-kill shelter.
Website: www.helpingpaws.net

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $14.50 per hour

Schedule:

  • 4 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

  • Have you ever worked in an animal industry?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • animal handling: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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