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Adoption & Boarding Attendant (Animal Care Position) Full Time & Part Time
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What they do
An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.
$33,103 / year median in Pennsylvania
+11% projected growth
Job Description
THE ROLE
Are you an animal lover with a heart for customer service? Are you passionate about giving all animals, owned and homeless, the best possible stay with us? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!Position:
Boarding & Animal Care Attendant Location:
Humane Pennsylvania & Spike & Tilly's Pet Resort - Reading & Lancaster, PA Full-Time & Part-Time Weekday & Weekend positions available!Responsibilities:
Customer Service Excellence:
Greet customers with a warm smile and assist them with inquiries, pet adoptions, and boarding reservations. Provide knowledgeable guidance on pet care, adoption procedures, and boarding services. Manage check-ins and check-outs for boarding pets, and communicate effectively with pet owners regarding their pets' stay.Pet Adoptions:
Facilitate the adoption process with compassion and professionalism. Conduct interviews with potential adopters, match them with suitable pets, and complete adoption paperwork.Animal Husbandry:
Ensure the health and well-being of animals in our care. Assist with feeding, grooming, and administering medications as needed. Maintain clean and comfortable living environments for our animal residents.BENEFITS
Starting rate of $13.85+ per hour, based on experience. Competitive wages with benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance and continuing education opportunities. Join our team, and help us help create the best community anywhere to be an animal! EEOC employer.THE PERSON
The key skills and qualities of aBoarding Attendant/Client Services/Animal Care:
Passion for animals and dedication to their welfare. Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and approachable demeanor. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience in customer service, pet care, or animal welfare is preferred but not required. If you want to learn more about this exciting, forward-thinking organization and taking the next step in your career, please forward your resume and cover letter to: Samantha Moore, Shelter Coordinator Humane Pennsylvania 1729 N. 11th Street, Reading, PA 19604Email:
jobs@humanepa.org Please tell us if you are applying for a position in Reading, Lancaster, or either location and if you are seeking full time, part time, or either.Benefits
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance