Rescue Dog Care Barn Specialist

Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary Inc; Spring Hill (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary in Spring Hill, KS is seeking barn staff to care for 18+ dogs, performing feeding, water, medications, and enrichment in a physically demanding, in-person role.

You will walk dogs, clean living areas, take photos, assist with deliveries, and support events; shifts include four- and eight-hour blocks, with evenings, weekends, and holidays required.

Qualifications

• One year of animal handling experience preferred, not required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stay active for eight-hour shifts.
• Dependability, punctuality, and a strong commitment to consistent animal care.
• Clear communication and teamwork; follow safety and care protocols.
• Comfort taking photos/videos and using social media for adoption promotion.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for 18+ dogs with feeding, water, medications as directed.
• Walk and exercise dogs per handling instructions.
• Clean and disinfect living areas, floors, bowls and bedding.
• Load supplies and organize deliveries; assist with kennel assembly.
• Provide affection, socialization, and enrichment.
• Monitor health/behavior; communicate concerns promptly.
• Take photos/videos to promote adoptable dogs.
• Greet visitors and volunteers; assist with barn events.
• Assist Maintenance Lead with mowing and snow shoveling.

Skills

Animal handling

Teamwork

Dependability

Punctuality

Communication

Photography/video skills

Safety and care protocols

18+ age

Job description

Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary in Spring Hill, KS is seeking barn staff to care for 18+ dogs, performing feeding, water, medications, and enrichment in a physically demanding, in-person role.

You will walk dogs, clean living areas, take photos, assist with deliveries, and support events; shifts include four- and eight-hour blocks, with evenings, weekends, and holidays required.