Kennel Assistant

NVA General Practice; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterinary Group of Chesterfield Boarding and Daycare is seeking kind dog lovers to join our team. Starting pay is $15.00 per hour with raises based on performance.

Ideal candidates are conscientious, detail-oriented, and flexible with shift scheduling to accommodate evenings and weekends. You will supervise playgroups, learn canine body language, keep kennels clean, feed and water pets, and communicate with pet parents.

Qualifications

• Evenings and weekends availability.
• Team player who works well with others to ensure guests are cared for.
• Strong communication with team, management, and pet parents.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Attention to detail to keep guests safe and comfortable.
• Animal care experience preferred but not required.
• Must love animals and be comfortable with dogs of all sizes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise dog playgroups and manage behavior.
• Learn canine body language to keep pets safe.
• Maintain kennels and play areas with high cleanliness.
• Feed pets according to owners’ instructions; provide fresh water.
• Assist with administering medications as directed by veterinarians.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Provide friendly guest service to pet parents.
• Follow safety protocols to ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Team Player

Good Communicator

Flexible Schedule

Attention to Detail

Animal Experience

Dog Friendly

Physical Stamina

Job description

Veterinary Group of Chesterfield Boarding and Daycare is seeking dog lovers with a passion for providing top notch care, and a desire to grow with a company of like-minded individuals! Starting pay rate is $15.00 per hour with raises based on performance. Ideal candidate will be a kind, conscientious, and detail-oriented caregiver with a flexible schedule! We strive to provide a safe, fun, and rewarding work environment, with a focus on productive teamwork.

• Duties include:
• Playgroup Supervision: Overseeing a playgroup of dogs and managing their behavior and playtime.
• Canine and Feline Knowledge: You’ll learn animal behavior in order to provide a safe environment, including studying canine body language and learning how to make pets comfortable in a kennel and playgroup environment.
• Cleaning: Managing the cleanliness of our kennels and play areas and maintaining the highest possible cleaning standards. Cleaning toys, washing dishes, mopping floors, vacuuming hair, and taking care of unpleasant messes are critical aspects of the job!
• Daily Care: Feeding pets according to parents’ instructions; making sure all dogs and cats have fresh water, clean bedding, and a comfortable space to stay overnight. May also include administering medication according to veterinary instructions.
• Problem Solving: Use common sense to solve problems as it relates to pets in our care.
• Be Proactive: Work with initiative to take on an array of tasks in our center.
• Work Together: Communicating effectively with other team members
• Guest Service: Must have basic customer service skills and be ready to talk with pet parents about their family members!
• Safety First: Able to follow established safety protocols to the letter to ensure a safe and fun environment for our guests—and ourselves!
• Must love animals: We have a lot of them!

Please note that the above-listed duties and responsibilities are the basic requirements for this role and may be modified, expanded, or reduced based on the evolving needs of the company.

Requirements

• Must be available evenings and weekends
• Team Player: Works together well with others to make sure all duties are completed and our guests are cared for
• Good Communicator: Able to properly, promptly, and effectively communicate with other team members, management, and pet parents
• Flexibility: A flexible schedule. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Attention to Detail: Uses keen observation skills to make sure guests are safe and comfortable, and to report any issues as they arise
• Animal Experience: Previous pet care/animal experience preferred, but not required. Love for animals a must!
• Dog Friendly: Comfortable with dogs of all sizes and breeds—we see it all!
• Physical Stamina: An ability to stand/work upright for multiple hours at a time, in all weather types; able to lift at least 50 lbs and remain active throughout your shift.