Full-Time Comfort Dog Handler Dowdy Dawgs Security Miami, FL Job Details Full-time $25 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Spanish English Working with seniors Providing care for residents Driver's License Long-term care assistance Dog grooming Dog care Full Job Description Full-Time Comfort Dog Handler - Assisted Living Facility We are looking for an experienced, compassionate, and dependable professional dog handler to join our Comfort Dog Program and work full-time inside an assisted living facility. We will provide a fully trained Labradoodle . The handler will be responsible for working with the dog throughout the day, facilitating positive interactions with residents, and maintaining the dog's existing training and professional behavior. This is a very special position for someone who genuinely loves dogs and enjoys working with seniors . Our Comfort Dog Program is designed to bring companionship, happiness, affection, and meaningful interaction to residents, so we are looking for someone with a warm personality who understands that they are representing both our company and the program.

Position Details & Requirements:

Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Full-time position - available immediately

BILINGUAL

- English and Spanish Must have professional dog handling or training experience Must be confident handling and maintaining the training of a fully trained Labradoodle Must be willing and able to house the dog as part of their household Responsible for the dog's daily care, exercise, grooming needs, and continued training/reinforcement Must have a reliable vehicle and valid driver's license Must be dependable, professional, patient, friendly, and comfortable interacting with elderly residents, staff, and families Must maintain a clean and professional appearance Experience with service dogs, therapy/comfort dogs, obedience training, or professional dog handling is strongly preferred The dog, initial training, and instructions for maintaining the dog's training will be provided. This is more than simply a dog-handling position. You will have the opportunity to bring happiness and companionship to residents every single day while building meaningful relationships between them and their Comfort Dog. Please apply with a brief description of your dog-handling/training experience, current location, availability, and contact information.

Pay:

$25.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person