Responsibilities:
- Provide daily care and maintenance for animals in the facility
- Feed and water animals according to their specific dietary needs
- Clean and sanitize animal enclosures, including cages, kennels, and pens
- Monitor animal behavior and report any changes or concerns to the supervisor
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinary staff
- Obtain blood, urine or fecal samples and perform corresponding diagnostic testing
- Assist with grooming and bathing of animals as needed
- Handle animals safely and securely during handling, restraint, and transportation
- Maintain accurate records of animal health, behavior, and treatments
- Provide enrichment activities for animals to promote mental stimulation
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in veterinary, animal care or related field required.
- Familiarity with dog handling techniques and pet care practices
- Ability to handle animals safely and effectively, including restraining larger or more aggressive animals
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Physical and Other Work Demands
- May be required to work additional hours outside of standard schedule, non-standard hours, including varying work shifts, nights, weekends and holidays, based on workload and as the operation dictates.
- Physical demands including lifting and moving animals, cages, food bags, etc up to 100 pounds.
- Exposure to dangerous, diseased, frightened, and injured animals, as well as exposure to potentially harmful chemicals and drugs
- Indoor and outdoor work in all weather conditions
- Emotional demands including dealing with issues like euthanasia and animal abuse/neglect
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:
Founded in 1984 the Humane Society of Central Illinois (HSCI) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit animal welfare organization serving the Bloomington-Normal community and surrounding areas.
Working in partnership with our community, we care for, house, and provide adoption services for animals who are looking for their forever homes. Over 1,000 animals are helped annually due to the support of individual donors and volunteers who dedicate countless hours to support our mission.
At HSCI, all animals are treated with compassion and respect. The shelter serves as a haven for homeless animals and an uplifting destination for all pet-lovers and their families, providing services dedicated to the public including adoption, education, and outreach programming.
HSCI has taken a leading role in driving a regional response to the crisis of unwanted and homeless animals by establishing formal relationships with local animal shelters and other rescues, accommodating animals for adoption that might otherwise be euthanized.
To apply send resume and a list of at least 3 references to [email protected].
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
