Animal Wellness Assistant - Part-Time

The Gentle Barn; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick hours

Direct mentorship from Founder

Growth opportunities

Plant-based lifestyle

Job summary

The Gentle Barn is seeking a part-time Animal Wellness Assistant to work onsite in Santa Clarita, CA. You\'ll assist with wellness treatments, medications, and compassionate care for rescued animals under the Founder\'s guidance.

Ideal candidates bring horse experience, strong communication, organization, and attention to detail, plus a willingness to work outdoors in all weather. The role includes mentorship and growth within a mission-driven sanctuary.

Qualifications

• Must have horse experience.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be organized and project manage effectively.
• Must have exceptional attention to detail.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to work varying hours based on the needs of the organization.
• Experience with other large animals is a plus.
• Prior animal medical knowledge is a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the healing and rehabilitation of new rescues and resident animals.
• Assist in administering medications and supplements when needed.
• Administer holistic wellness treatments to animals, including balms and ointments, changing bandages, and supporting overall healing and comfort through attentive care.
• Maintain inventory of medications and supplies.
• Transport animals to veterinarian facilities as needed.
• Schedule and monitor practitioners/veterinarians while they are with the animals.
• Purchase and pick up feed and/or supplies on a regular basis or when needs arise.
• Maintain animal care documentation and photographic updates.
• Proactively provide timely and accurate communication regarding animal health to the Founder.
• Safely handle and restrain animals during treatments and procedures.
• Report potential safety concerns to management.
• Serve as the Founder\'s eyes and ears during travel, ensuring optimal care for the animals, clear communication, and thoughtful oversight in her absence.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Founder.

Skills

Horse experience

Verbal and written communication

Organized and project management

Attention to detail

Outdoor work

Bilingual Spanish/English

Job description

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Animal Wellness Assistant - Part-Time

CORPORATE 999 Part Time Santa Clarita, CA, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $23.00 Annually

Summary:

The Gentle Barn is a nonprofit sanctuary dedicated to rescuing animals and helping both animals and people heal. Through innovative programs like Cow Hug Therapy®, Equine Therapy, and educational experiences, we create meaningful connections that inspire hope, compassion, and transformation. We are a mission-driven, fast-paced, and deeply collaborative team committed to making a real impact every day. At The Gentle Barn, you’ll be part of a purpose-filled environment where your work directly contributes to changing lives, both human and animal.

The Gentle Barn Foundation is seeking a dedicated and highly responsible Animal Wellness Assistanton a part-time basis to join our team to work alongside the Founder. This vital role focuses on assisting daily individualized wellness treatments and compassionate care to our rescued animals. This is an incredible opportunity for someone who has a deep sense of ownership in their work, thrives in a hands-on environment, and brings exceptional communication skills, strong follow-through and a keen eye for detail. The Animal Wellness Assistant will work directly under the Founder's guidance, gaining invaluable, hands-on experience while learning from her firsthand. This role offers a unique mentorship opportunity and meaningful opportunities for growth within the organization. This is a part-time, onsite, outdoor position at our Santa Clarita, CA location. The schedule consists of 8-hour shifts on Sundays and Mondays, plus 2-hour evening shifts Tuesday through Thursday, totaling approximately 22 hours per week with the potential to grow into a full-time role.

Responsibilities:

• Support the healing and rehabilitation of new rescues and resident animals


• Assist in administering medications and supplements when needed


• Administer holistic wellness treatments to animals, including applying balms and ointments, changing bandages, and supporting overall healing and comfort through attentive care


• Maintain inventory of medications and supplies


• Transport animals to veterinarian facilities as needed


• Schedule and monitor practitioners/veterinarians while they are with the animals


• Purchase and pick up feed and/or supplies on a regular basis or when needs arise


• Maintain animal care documentation and photographic updates


• Proactively provide timely and accurate communication regarding animal health to the Founder


• Safely handle and restrain animals during treatments and procedures


• Report potential safety concerns to management


• Serve as the Founder's eyes and ears during travel, ensuring optimal care for the animals, clear communication, and thoughtful oversight in her absence


• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Founder

Requirements:

• Must have horse experience


• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Must be organized and project manage effectively


• Must have exceptional attention to detail


• Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions


• Must be able to work varying hours based on the needs of the organization


• Experience working with other large animals is a plus


• Prior animal medical knowledge is a plus


• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus


• Demonstrates compassion, kindness, and respect toward both animals and people


• Support the organization’s philosophy and advocate our positions on issues professionally


• Maintain a plant-based lifestyle while on property


• Valid driver’s license


• Paid sick hours


• Direct mentorship from the Founder with hands-on learning opportunities


• Clear pathways for professional growth and advancement within the organization


• Supportive, mission-driven culture focused on compassion, collaboration, and well-being

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting weight (feed, animals, equipment as needed)


• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions


• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and squat for extended periods throughout the day


• Safe handle and work around large animals, including guiding, and assisting with movement when needed