Chuck's Mutts is a QTBIPOC run small midtown dog daycare and we are seeking: patient individuals who are great self-starters and also work well in a team environment. Attention to detail and great communication skills are essential, along with a positive attitude and, of course, a love of dogs!
Daycare Associates are expected to be easy going, confident, assertive with a caring and enterprising personality, be agile easily adapting to a dynamic fast-paced environment, be knowledgeable and passionate about dogs and eager for ongoing learning. This is a considered contract worker position.
To reduce burn out , our team do a combination of shorter shifts of 6 hours depending on the weekly schedule. Shifts are from Monday to Saturday.
Your typical day would include, but is not limited to:
Engaging with and supervising dogs in our centre to foster positive play, socialization and enrichment.
Dog Walking: capable of walking various sized dogs (up to 4 at a time), use positive reinforcement approach to maintain pack walk harmony and train appropriate behaviour, able to perform solo or group walks,
Dog Care & Supervision: control level of play; use appropriate dog handling techniques; use proper introduction techniques, use appropriate praise and dog correction methods.
Enrichment programming
Regular cleaning of the dog areas, retail and overall spaces.
Writing daily reports, basic administrative work and photo cataloguing the day.
Occasional evening, weekend shifts.
Feeding the dogs, ensuring any and all dietary specifications are met, administering medication when needed.
Daily team meetings and debriefing. Interacting with pup parents and discussing their dog's day and ongoing care with us.
In home boarding of clients' dogs
About you:
18+ years old
breed knowledge and an understanding of dog behaviours and body language.
Detail oriented, professional, dependable, positive attitude and a team player, but also happy to work independently.
You're adaptable, responsive and open to taking on additional tasks with a smile.
Able to provide a police background check on acceptance of position.
comfortable with a physically active role able to lift 50lbs
At least one year work experience
Past experience working at a daycare/with dogs an asset
Access to a smartphone with data plan
What you can expect from us:
Competitive pay, with ability to grow
Office support that is responsible for contacting clients and dealing with daily admin
Daily indoor activities and outdoor adventures with dogs that you get to lead, bond and cuddle with
Dog First Aid training
Ongoing learning opportunities in dog care and behaviour, with reimbursement
A supportive + caring team of dedicated canine wellness advocators
A fun + positive company co-culture that fosters growth through collaboration, cooperation and community.
Please send us a cover letter demonstrating a history of responsibility, attentiveness, consistency and related dog skills.
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