Kennel Assistant

ECAD, Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities; West Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated nonprofit organization as a Kennel Assistant, where your love for animals will shine! This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to care for and train Service Dogs, ensuring they receive the best physical and mental support. Your role will involve daily interactions with over 30 dogs, maintaining their health, and engaging in enriching activities. If you're passionate about animal welfare and ready to work in a dynamic environment, this role will be both rewarding and fulfilling. Embrace the chance to make a difference in the lives of these incredible animals and the individuals they assist.

Qualifications

• Passion for animal welfare and ability to perform heavy lifting.
• Reliable transportation and ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Keeping the kennel clean and sanitized according to policies.
• Feeding, grooming, and exercising animals as per care plans.
• Monitoring and documenting changes in health and behavior.

Skills

Animal Care

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Dog Training Techniques

Physical Fitness

Education

High School Diploma

Higher Education in Animal Science

Job description

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Job Description

We are seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team!

This position plays a critical role in ensuring these purposefully bred dogs become the Service Dogs they are destined to become. Kennel Assistants are essential in ensuring the Service Dogs in Training receive the best care physically and mentally. You will be providing love and care for 30+ dogs daily and helping dogs help humans!

If you are hardworking, dedicated to animal welfare, and seeking a rewarding job that involves engaging with animals all day, this is the role for you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Keeping the kennel clean and sanitized according to ECAD policies
• Ensuring animals are healthy and current on all vaccines required by CT
• Feeding, watering, medicating, grooming, and exercising animals per ECAD policies & dog care plan
• Managing group play and individual enrichment activities
• Maintaining and updating records at all times
• Documenting concerns regarding animals, staff, and property
• Completing and submitting the work sheet provided by ECAD
• Monitoring and documenting changes in health and behavior
• Administering prescribed and preventative medications
• Performing daily kennel duties

Qualifications

• Willing to work between 7:30 am – 7:30 pm, including weekends and holidays as needed
• Ability to pass a background check
• Reliable transportation

Education and Skills

• High School diploma; higher education in Animal Science, Vet Tech, Training, or Grooming is a plus
• Experience in veterinary or kennel settings preferred but not required
• Ability to perform heavy lifting related to animal care and facility maintenance
• Knowledge of dog training techniques and animal behavior is a plus
• Passion for animal welfare and enrichment
• Reliable and attentive to detail
• Ability to work well independently and in a team

Physical Demands

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and lift up to 40 pounds. Frequent use of hands and arms, and ability to see clearly are required.

Work Environment

Work may be loud and involves inside and outside tasks in all weather conditions. Physical activity and movement are required throughout shifts from 7:30 am to 7:30 pm, seven days a week.

Company Description

ECAD, Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities, is a nonprofit dedicated to training and placing Service Dogs with individuals with disabilities. Our mission is to create a life without restrictions through positive, motivational training techniques.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Non-profit Organizations