Dog Daycare Counselor

MORRIS ANIMAL INN, INC.; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Benefits potential (medical, dental, 1

Career growth

Education assistance

Employee discounts

Rewards program

Job summary

Morris Animal Inn is hiring part-time Dog Daycare Counselors at our Morristown facility. The role focuses on supervising dogs, ensuring safety, and delivering daily updates to owners. Shifts run mornings on weekdays with some weekends and holidays required.

Starting pay ranges from $16.00 to $17.00 per hour, based on prior pet-care experience. Training is provided, with potential for full-time benefits and growth opportunities based on performance.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Love and confidently handle dogs of all breeds and sizes.
• Basic understanding of dog behavior and body language.
• Prior experience in dog daycare or boarding facility preferred.
• Ability to read and write in English for documentation and safety procedures.
• Walk/stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Weekend and holiday shifts are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage in group and individual dog activities.
• Monitor dog behavior to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment.
• Assist in crafting dog enrichment plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in all pet areas.
• Provide daily updates to pet parents and foster trust.
• Collaborate with teams dedicated to expert pet care.

Skills

Dog handling

English literacy

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Job description

Description

Morris Animal Inn is a family-owned, award-winning pet resort with multiple locations in North New Jersey! We specialize in providing top-tier pet lodging, grooming, training, and daycare services. Honored as a NJ Family Business of the Year and recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in NJ, we are a team deeply passionate about the care we provide for dogs and cats.

We are now hiring Part-Time Dog Daycare Counselors at our Morristown facility.

Schedule: This is a part-time position, up to 29 hours per week. Shift lengths are determined by business needs and operational scheduling. Candidates must be available to start shifts between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM on weekdays. Some weekend and holiday availability is also required.

Pay: Starting rate is $16.00-$17.00/hour based on prior professional pet care experience.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supervise and engage in playful group and individual activities for dogs of various breeds and sizes.
• Monitor dog behavior to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment.
• Assist in crafting unique dog enrichment plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in all pet and work areas.
• Provide daily updates to pet parents, fostering strong relationships.
• Collaborate with our amazing teams, all dedicated to expert pet care.

Morris Animal Inn is proud to offer

• Comprehensive hands-on training
• Potential to transition to a full-time position with comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K with company match) based on performance and business needs
• Career growth opportunities with a transparent advancement structure
• Education Assistance Program to support professional development in pet care and dog training
• Employee discounts on dog daycare and other services
• A unique and innovative Rewards and Recognition program that celebrates staff contributions

What We're Looking For:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must love and be able to confidently handle dogs of all breeds and sizes; from the teacup type to the 'are you sure that's not a horse?' and everything in between
• A basic understanding of dog behavior and body language
• Prior experience in dog daycare or boarding facility (preferred, but not required)
• Ability to read and write in English (for documentation, communication, and safety procedures)
• Ability to walk/stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Availability for weekend and holiday shifts (essential as we care for dogs 365 days a year!).