What are the responsibilities and job description for the Doggy Day Camp Counselor position at BEST FRIENDS PET CARE INC?
Job Details
Job Duties
Our Leader of the Pack supervises our canine guests in an action-packed, fast-paced, play environment, focusing on each dog’s personality, fun and group safety.
We are an employee-owned and operated (ESOP) company. We currently have over 50 locations in more than twenty states from coast-to-coast and have been in business for nearly thirty years.
If you are looking for a company in which you can learn and grow, our countrywide, well-established pet care facility may be the perfect place for you!
Responsibilities:
· Actively oversees dog pack in social play environment, is functional pack leader.
· Observes behavior and manages safety for all.
· Assembles and dismantles pet play areas as per Best Friends Pet Hotel policy.
· Actively encourages beneficial interaction between pets and continually monitors pet activity.
· Cleans/sanitizes all items at end of day and/or during day.
· Supports philosophy of Best Friends Pet Hotel while working with a team to collaborate constructively.
· Treats clients, guests and coworkers in a professional, courteous manner; greets all clients/guests encountered while performing work duties.
· Reports items in low supply to management.
· Follows all safe handling and day camp procedures.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Day range:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Requirements
Education:
- High School Graduate or Equivalent
Experience:
- Minimum of 1-year dog handling experience.
Physical:
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
- Must be able to be on feet for full shift.
- Must be able to stand, walk frequently.
- Must be able to bend, stoop and squat.
- Must be able to work on computer system and complete written reports
- Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.
- Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander and excretions.
Personal:
- Must possess a love of animals.
- Displays a professional manner at all times.
- Must have dominant dog behavior skills.
- To learn more, please visit on the web: www.bestfriendspetcare.com
