Dog Daycare Attendant/Coach

Daycare Coach / Dog Daycare Attendant At Little Paws of Hope, we believe exceptional pet care starts with exceptional people. We are dedicated to providing a safe, structured, and enriching environment for every dog in our care while delivering outstanding service to their owners. We operate 365 days a year, and our team takes pride in creating a positive, professional, and supportive workplace where both dogs and employees can thrive. If you enjoy working with dogs, staying active, and being part of a team that genuinely cares about animal well-being, we'd love to meet you. Position Summary As a Daycare Coach, you will play an important role in the daily care, supervision, and enrichment of the dogs in our facility. You'll help maintain safe and structured playgroups, monitor dog behavior, support positive interactions, and ensure our facility remains clean, welcoming, and comfortable. Success in this role requires patience, reliability, strong observation skills, and a commitment to providing excellent care for every dog entrusted to us. Responsibilities Supervise and actively engage with dogs during group play sessions both indoors and outdoors. Maintain safe, structured playgroups using approved handling and management techniques. Monitor dogs for signs of illness, injury, stress, or unusual behavior and report concerns promptly. Follow all animal care, health, safety, and facility procedures. Maintain clean and sanitary play areas, suites, kennels, and common spaces. Assist with feeding, cleaning, and daily care routines as assigned. Communicate effectively with management and team members regarding dog behavior, special instructions, and daily activities. Review daily schedules, care notes, and operational updates. Support team members as needed to ensure the highest standard of care throughout the facility. What We're Looking For A genuine passion for working with dogs and providing exceptional animal care. Ability to remain calm, confident, and attentive when handling dogs of varying personalities and energy levels. Strong observation skills and attention to detail. Dependable, punctual, and able to work well within a team environment. Positive attitude and willingness to learn. Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and professional workplace. Ability to follow established procedures and safety protocols. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience working in a pet care, daycare, boarding, veterinary, grooming, or animal-related environment is preferred but not required. Knowledge of dog behavior and body language is a plus. Strong work ethic and professional references. Physical Requirements Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the workday. Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to safely manage active and energetic dogs throughout a shift. Benefits Employee discount Flexible scheduling Paid time off Opportunities for growth and advancement Schedule Day shifts Evening shifts Weekend availability required Some holiday availability required as part of our year-round operations Why Work at Little Paws of Hope? At Little Paws of Hope, every day is different. You'll spend your time helping dogs stay active, social, safe, and happy while working alongside a team that shares your passion for animal care. We value professionalism, teamwork, kindness, and a commitment to doing the little things that make a big difference for our dogs and their families. If you're looking for a rewarding position where you can make a positive impact every day, we encourage you to apply.

Pay:

$17.50 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off

Shift:

Day shift Evening shift Morning shift Night shift

Work Days:

Holidays Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person