What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Technician (Cats) position at Pet Helpers Adoption and Clinic?
- Our cat land staff is looking for a dedicated member to join our Cat Animal Care Technicians team. An Animal Care Technician’s job is fast-paced, rewarding and fun!
Animal Care Technicians are the glue that keeps the shelter running, so if you are motivated, hard-working, and interested in making a difference by providing outstanding animal care, apply today!
Key Responsibilities will include:
Feed, medicate and observe felines to ensure they receive outstanding care; informing supervisors of changes to animal behaviors
Clean and sanitize shelter areas such as cages, kennels, food containers, litter pans, laundry, etc.
Provide adoption counseling to ensure a perfect match with adopters.
Able to exercise, socialize, and help train animals per shelter guidelines
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals to achieve an efficient, healthy, safe, and pleasant environment for the animals and public
Providing excellent customer service skills and a friendly demeanor to assist the public with the selection and adoption of a companion animal
Maintain accurate records of animals including feeding, exercise, and behaviors
Familiarization of the Pet Helpers website and ability to effectively communicate the principles, purposes, and objectives of the organization
Requirements/Skills:
Experience/general knowledge and understanding of animal shelters or veterinary practices preferred
High school diploma (minimum)
Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and walk/stand on your feet throughout a normal work day.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
Able to work in a fast-paced, high-energy, team environment
Ability to utilize time management skills and initiative to solve problems, with minimal supervision or direction
Weekends and some holidays are required.
Qualifications
- Animal handling
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Charleston, SC 29412: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14
