Animal Care Associate — Enrichment & Adoptions (Weekend)

Valley Oak SPCA Corporation

Visalia (CA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 90 days

401k plan after one year

Pay based on experience

Job summary

Valley Oak SPCA Corporation is seeking an Animal Care Associate to provide hands-on care for dogs and cats at our Adoption & Education Center in Visalia, California. You will feed, clean, exercise, and monitor health while supporting staff and volunteers.

This role requires weekend availability and the ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures. We offer training for motivated candidates, competitive pay based on experience, health benefits after 90 days, and a 401k plan after

Qualifications

Passion for animal welfare and respect for all animals.
Previous animal care experience preferred, but training provided.
Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

Feed animals and prepare special diets as needed, ensuring proper nutrition for each pet.
Clean and maintain kennels, enclosures, and common areas for a safe environment.
Exercise and provide enrichment for animals daily, including training with treats or simple commands.
Observe animals for signs of illness or stress and report concerns to supervisors.
Administer medications or treatments as prescribed by the shelter veterinarian.
Assist volunteers and adopters in safely interacting with animals.