Overview
Join our vibrant team at It's A Dog's Life Resort & Spa as a Dog Daycare Coach, where your passion for animals and energetic spirit will create a fun, safe, and engaging environment for our furry friends! In this role, you’ll be the driving force behind enriching daily activities, ensuring proper care, and fostering positive social interactions among dogs of all sizes and temperaments. Your dedication will help build a happy, healthy community for pets and their owners alike. This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to combine your love of animals with active, hands-on work in a lively setting.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and facilitate daily play sessions, ensuring dogs are engaged, safe, and well-behaved during group activities
- Ability to create proper dog play groups that provide the safest environment for our dogs as well as our team members
- Implement dog training techniques to promote good manners and social skills
- Handle dogs with care, using animal restraint techniques when necessary to ensure safety for all pets and staff
- Assist with pet grooming, basic health checks, and administering medication as directed by veterinary professionals
- Maintain a clean and organized environment by cleaning kennels, play areas, and equipment regularly
- Provide exceptional customer service by communicating effectively with pet owners about their dog’s behavior and needs
- Support veterinary technicians or assistants in handling animals that require special veterinary or medical attention
- Other duties as defined by the needs of the business.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 - 2 years of experience in dog daycares, dog behaviors, handling, or kennel work is highly desirable
- Knowledge of dog training methods and animal behavior management techniques
- Veterinary experience or veterinary technician background is a plus
- Familiarity with pet grooming, animal restraint, and basic pet care practices
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with pet owners
- Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary to move supplies or assist with larger dogs
- Demonstrated animal handling skills with patience and confidence in managing various temperaments
Join us in creating a lively, caring environment where dogs thrive! We value energetic team players who are committed to providing exceptional care while enjoying an active workday filled with wagging tails and happy pups. This paid role offers an exciting chance to turn your love for animals into a fulfilling career.
Pay: $14.50 - $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
