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Almost Home Humane Society

Kennel Assistant (Full Time)

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $13.50/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Lafayette, IN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

An Animal Trainer trains animals to become familiar with human voices and contact, and to respond to commands. Trains dogs to assist people with disabilities. May train animals for a health, competition, or show. May train other animals such as horses, dolphins, and apes.

$36,465 / year median in Indiana

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Kennel Associate Full Time Salary:

$13.50 /hour Full Time Must be 18 years of age or older for this position. Animal Experience-preferred. Looking to contribute to a great cause and make a difference in the world? The job is a labor of love! Almost Home Humane Society is looking for someone with experience working with animals either in a kennel setting or vet office. The candidate must be flexible, and willing to get dirty. Multi-tasking and flexibility is a must. Job Description We are looking to hire for the position of Kennel Worker, for a non-profit animal shelter. This position works daily with dogs. Experience preferred. Clean Kennels and crates each day Walk dogs, move dogs to various areas around shelter General Animal upkeep, washing etc. Clean dog runs and yards Follow directives from Manager/Upper Management Ensure animals are safe, and well cared for. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Bring dogs out to the public for meet and greets. The candidate must be professional, mature, flexible, and willing to get dirty.

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Full Time Salary:

$13.50 /hour Full Time

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Almost Home Humane Society provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or genetic information. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$13.50 per hour Application Question(s): What is your weekly availability?

Work Location:

In person