Animal Care
- An Accomplished Professional with extensive experience of XX years in thorough cleaning of all animal areas, including inside/outside runs, cat areas, floors, dishes, bedding, etc.; spotting cleaning of animal and public environment throughout the day; feeding the animals, including providing special diets as needed
- Adept in monitoring the health of the animals on an ongoing basis and rapidly identifying any health problems or conditions (medical or behavioral) and immediately reporting it to the supervisor or veterinary technician; socializing and grooming the animals
- Skilled in assessing the temperament of the animals to facilitate finding the best possible placement for each animal; doing laundry, dishes, washing windows, cleaning and mopping public areas as needed; providing a healthy, safe, clean, and pleasant environment and facilities for the animals and the public
- Adroit in providing transportation for animals as needed, to and from vet appointments, for adoption events, to other shelters, etc.; promoting a humane and caring attitude toward all animals; treating all animals humanely, appropriately, and with compassion at all times, regardless of the situation or circumstance
- Expert in maintaining a friendly demeanor and providing good customer service while assisting with adoptions; possess affection for animals, concern for their welfare, and a willingness to accommodate animals in the workplace; treat people and animals with respect and foster public relations beneficial to the shelter and its programs
- Familiarity with animals, knowledge of animal behavior, or experience volunteering or working with a rescue group, humane society, foster care involvement, or other animal welfare agency is a plus; the ability to work with animals of unknown disposition and those who may exhibit medical and other problems, as well as aggressive disposition
