What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Daycare Attendant position at Biscuits Doggie Daycare?
Are you passionate about dogs and looking for a career where you can make a real difference? At Biscuits, we take pride in providing the highest quality care for our four-legged clients, and we're looking for someone who shares our values to join our team!
Although it is not a requirement, previous professional animal care experience is a plus! We treat our dogs with kindness, respect, and only use the most humane handling techniques possible - the individuals we add to our team are expected to do the same.
A little bit about us...
At Biscuits, we believe in investing in our team. That’s why we offer continuous education, certifications, and opportunities for growth, allowing you to enhance your skills and make an impact in the pet care industry.
- Our owner is the first and only CPACO (certified professional animal care owner) in WA state (check out paccert.org for more info)
- Our Facility Director is one of only two CPACP's in WA state (certified professional animal care provider)
- Our Facility Director is a certified dog trainer through CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and a certified pet first aid & CPR instructor through PetTech
- Our management team is Fear Free certified as well as most of our Pet Care Team
- Our entire Biscuits Team is trained and current in pet first aid & CPR
Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):
Dog Care & Enrichment:
- Ensuring the health, safety, and happiness of the dogs in our care
- Performing "head to tail" checks and monitoring overall dog health
- Setting up and leading safe, successful playgroups for up to 15 dogs
- Light training: rewarding positive behaviors and practicing basic commands
- Preparing meals, administering medications, and tracking health info
Facility & Cleaning:
- Cleaning and disinfecting areas, including scooping waste, mopping, and sanitizing
- Preparing food-based enrichment items (Kongs, puzzles, etc.)
Communication & Teamwork:
- Clear communication with team members and dog owners
- Building relationships with pet parents and providing them with updates on their dog’s day/stay
Hours:
- We are open Monday-Friday 6am - 7pm and have weekend shifts as well
- Daycare shifts: 9am - 7pm
- Weekend shifts as needed (7am - 1pm and/or 2pm - 9pm)
Qualifications
- Must be 18
- Must be reliable and dependable
- Must be patient
- Reliable transportation
- Weekend availability
- Must identify with these core values: professionalism, positivity, client-focused, team player, & coachable
If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of dogs and their owners, we'd love to hear from you! Send your resume and a short message about why you want to join the Biscuits team to biscuitsdoggiedaycare@gmail.com.
Don't forget to check us out at biscuitsdoggiedaycare.com!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 35 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Quarterly bonus
- Tips
Work Days:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20