Senior Dog Sanctuary Caregiver

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401(k) matching Competitive salary Health insurance Paid time off Senior Dog Sanctuary Caregiver (Full-time) Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary About Our Mission Our goal is to wake up in a world where all souls are treated with kindness, dignity, and respect—and most of all, shown love, even if only for a moment. We believe every dog deserves comfort, companionship, and gentle care, especially during their golden years. Position Summary We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and hard-working individual to provide daily care for up to 12 senior dogs in a cozy, home-style sanctuary setting. This role combines hands-on animal care, light medical support, facility cleanliness, and community engagement through social media and volunteer coordination. The ideal candidate is gentle, patient, and dedicated to both animals and people, ensuring our seniors live each day feeling loved and safe. ⸻ Key Responsibilities Animal Care Provide daily feeding, fresh water, and maintain individualized food/medication routines Administer medications and monitor dogs for changes in health or behavior Walk dogs and ensure consistent exercise appropriate for each dog's ability Maintain a calm, nurturing environment with affection, enrichment, and emotional connection Report medical concerns promptly to veterinary/medical staff Shelter Upkeep Maintain a clean and sanitary environment, including kennel care, laundry, dishes, waste removal, and general site cleaning Ensure safe, comfortable living spaces for seniors, including bedding, comfort needs, and mobility assistance Volunteer & Community Engagement Support, guide, and communicate with on-site volunteers Help coordinate volunteer tasks and maintain a positive, welcoming atmosphere Provide updates to leadership regarding shelter needs, supplies, and scheduling Social Media & Adoption Promotion Create content and post updates on Facebook and Instagram featuring adoptable dogs, daily moments, and special stories Assist in promoting dogs for adoption and sharing heartwarming moments that reflect our mission ⸻ Qualifications Passionate about senior dogs and animal welfare Kind, patient, emotionally grounded, and team-oriented Able to manage physical tasks including lifting, walking, bending, and handling dogs of varying mobility Comfortable administering medication with training Strong communication skills with volunteers, staff, and adopters Basic familiarity with social media posting (photos, videos, updates) Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently Experience with animals preferred but not required—compassion is non-negotiable ⸻ Position Details Part-time; flexible scheduling depending on needs of sanctuary Work includes weekends/holidays as needed—our dogs depend on us every day Approximately responsible for up to 12 resident dogs Opportunity for growth within a mission-driven, heart-centered organization ⸻ We are looking for someone who… Loves deeply, works with purpose, and believes every life—no matter age or condition—deserves comfort, joy, and love. If you believe in offering sanctuary in its truest form, we would love to meet you.