Shelter Animal Care Aide (Dogs & Cats)

Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary Inc; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary Inc is seeking a dependable part-time Little Wichita Barn Animal Care Staff member to provide daily care for dogs and cats. You will feed, monitor health, administer medications as directed, walk dogs, provide enrichment, and help with adoption preparation.

Ideal candidates have animal care experience, strong observation and communication skills, and a compassionate, patient approach.

Qualifications

• Animal care experience preferred, comfortable with dogs and cats of different sizes and medical needs.
• Compassion and patience for healing animals and maintaining calm interactions.
• Strong observation skills to notice changes in health, appetite, mobility, or behavior.
• Commitment to safety and following shelter protocols.
• Physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds and stay on your feet for long periods.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and ability to complete daily tasks.
• Team player who collaborates with shelter leadership, medical staff, and volunteers.
• Strong communication for documenting care and updating during shift changes.
• Photography and social media skills are a plus for showcasing animals.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for dogs and cats, including feeding, watering, medications, and health monitoring.
• Walk dogs, provide enrichment, socialization, and confidence-building activities.
• Handle cats with gentle handling, enrichment, socialization, and playtime.
• Support animals post-medical procedures by monitoring and reporting concerns.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cat rooms, litter boxes, and common spaces.
• Restock supplies, organize inventory, and assist with facility organization.
• Capture photos/videos to help animals find homes.
• Assist with adoption appointments, foster meetings, and community events.
• Follow feeding instructions, medication schedules, and safety procedures.

Skills

Animal care experience

Compassion and patience

Strong observation skills

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Reliability and punctuality

Team player

Strong communication skills

Photography and social media skills (a

18+ years old

Job description

Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary Inc is seeking a dependable part-time Little Wichita Barn Animal Care Staff member to provide daily care for dogs and cats. You will feed, monitor health, administer medications as directed, walk dogs, provide enrichment, and help with adoption preparation.

Ideal candidates have animal care experience, strong observation and communication skills, and a compassionate, patient approach.