Enrichment Care Specialist Lily's Play-N-Stay | North Scott | Pet Care / Enrichment Position Summary The Enrichment Care Specialist is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and purposeful care while helping deliver Lily's Play-N-Stay's Enrichment Program. Purpose over play. Balance over burnout. That's the Lily's Difference. This role goes beyond traditional daycare. Enrichment Care Specialists help create balanced days that combine appropriate social play, mental stimulation, physical activity, confidence-building experiences, individualized attention, and structured rest. The goal isn't simply to send home a tired dog. Our goal is to send home a dog that is physically exercised, mentally fulfilled, emotionally balanced, and excited to return. Key Responsibilities Enrichment Activities The Enrichment Care Specialist will help facilitate individualized enrichment activities, which may include: Brain games, puzzles, and scent activities Basic obedience and reinforcement of appropriate manners Treadmill introduction and supervised treadmill sessions "Fungility" activities designed for fun, confidence, coordination, and problem-solving - not professional agility training Nature walks and structured walks Pool and water enrichment Confidence-building exercises Sensory activities One-on-one play and engagement Age- and ability-appropriate physical activities Structured rest and decompression Activities should be adjusted to each dog's personality, comfort level, physical ability, and individual needs. Dogs should never be forced to participate in an activity they are uncomfortable with. Playgroup & Pet Care Safely supervise dog playgroups. Follow Lily's playgroup procedures and group dogs appropriately based on size, temperament, energy level, and play style. Recognize appropriate versus inappropriate play and intervene when necessary. Rotate dogs between play, enrichment activities, and structured rest. Provide fresh water and maintain clean, comfortable spaces. Assist with feeding, medications, potty breaks, and other daily care as assigned. Monitor dogs for changes in behavior, appetite, mobility, energy level, or physical condition and promptly communicate concerns to leadership. Individualized Care An important part of this position is recognizing that every dog's enrichment day may look different. The Enrichment Care Specialist should learn the dogs in their care and understand that one dog may thrive during Fungility while another needs confidence-building exercises, a quiet walk, or additional one-on-one attention. Success is not measured by how many activities a dog completes. Success is measured by providing positive, purposeful experiences appropriate for that individual dog. Documentation & Client Experience Document completed enrichment activities accurately. Assist with enrichment report cards and daily notes. Take appropriate photos and videos of pets participating in enrichment. Communicate meaningful accomplishments, challenges, and observations to the appropriate team members. Help provide families with an understanding of what their dog experienced and accomplished during their day. Cleaning & Facility Care Providing enrichment also means providing a clean, safe environment. Clean and sanitize rooms and enrichment areas. Clean play yards, equipment, pools, and activity spaces. Wash dishes, bedding, toys, and enrichment equipment. Maintain organized enrichment supplies. Complete assigned opening, closing, and daily cleaning duties. Immediately report damaged equipment or potential safety concerns. What We're Looking For Patient and compassionate Comfortable working with dogs of different sizes, breeds, personalities, and energy levels Interested in canine behavior and enrichment Able to recognize basic canine body language Willing to learn and follow Lily's handling and safety protocols Observant and detail-oriented Dependable and comfortable working as part of a team Able to remain calm when working with excited, nervous, or challenging dogs Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions Physically capable of standing, walking, bending, lifting, cleaning, and handling dogs throughout a shift Previous professional pet-care, daycare, training, veterinary, shelter, or enrichment experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate. What This Role Is NOT This position is not about keeping dogs constantly busy. It is not professional dog training, professional agility training, or all-day play. Our Enrichment Care Specialists are responsible for understanding when a dog needs activity and when that dog needs rest. We believe meaningful enrichment comes from creating positive experiences, allowing dogs to make choices, celebrating small victories, and meeting each dog where they are. Our Philosophy At Lily's Play-N-Stay, we believe pet care should continue evolving. Our Enrichment Program represents the next tier of the care we've provided our community over the past five years. It allows our team to spend more individualized time with dogs while introducing purposeful experiences that challenge their bodies, engage their minds, and build their confidence. Some days, success looks like completing a Fungility obstacle. Sometimes it's learning a new command. Sometimes it's getting into the pool. Sometimes it's solving a puzzle. And sometimes success is simply a nervous dog deciding they're brave enough to try. Purpose over play. Balance over burnout. That's the Lily's Difference.

Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person