What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pet Sitter/Dog Walker position at Bella's Clubhouse?
Are you an animal lover? Have you ever considered getting paid to spend quality time with pets? We are looking for professionals to join our team of talented individuals who want to build long lasting relationships.
Working with Bella's Clubhouse will allow you to enhance your pet care skills and work with many different breeds of dogs and cats. Our members are mostly dogs ranging anywhere between 5-120lbs and the ideal candidate should be able to accommodate most, but preferably all, sizes. Bella's Clubhouse prides itself on providing a unique and comfortable experience while focusing on client satisfaction.
Benefits of working with us:
- Get paid to be with animals
- Flexible morning & evening schedule
- Opportunity for professional growth in the pet care industry
Job Responsibilities:
- Travel to client homes to walk dog(s) and/or care for pets
- Feed, exercise and play with pets
- Report details of visit and provide updates to management and clients including sending picture/video updates
- Manage client needs and preferences accurately and efficiently
- Provide additional house care as requested while owners are away and ensure the home is left in the same condition as prior to the visit
- Transport pets to and from veterinary clinic, dog park, grooming, etc. as needed
- Curbing pets during bathroom breaks and walks
- Follow the provided routines/schedules for maximum comfortability of pets during visits
Qualifications:
- Must have a valid drivers license
- Must have own transportation
- Past/Present pet ownership (preferred)
- 2 years experience in pet care (preferred)
- Knowledge and experience in animal safety including use of pet harnesses, dog and cat behavior, and basic leash training
- Must be willing to travel to Glen Cove, Oyster Bay, Bayville, Locust Valley, Port Washington, Garden City, Huntington, and surrounding areas
- Must be comfortable walking dogs 70 lbs.
- Ability to manage time effectively
- Strong communication skills
- Prior experience providing oral medications when needed (some of our members need to take tablets/capsules multiple times a day)
- Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time (*terrain may vary)
*** We are looking for Per Diem, On Call, and Part Time positions only***
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evenings as needed
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Nights as needed
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Shift availability:
- Overnight Shift (Required)
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Glen Cove, NY 11542 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Glen Cove, NY 11542: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20