Animal Care Associate- Dog Focus (with Secondary Focus on Cats)
Position Summary:
The Humane Society of Summit County (HSSC) is currently welcoming applications for full-time Animal Care Associates who will primarily focus on the care and well-being of dogs in our shelter. This role also includes a secondary emphasis on providing care and support for our cat and small animal residents. As an Animal Care Associate, you'll play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to dogs, cats, and small animals. Your work will directly contribute to the well-being and future of our animal residents, making this an opportunity to be part of something meaningful.
In November 2024, the HSSC relocated to our brand-new, state-of-the-art shelter at 752 West Portage Trail in Cuyahoga Falls.
Since 1968, HSSC has been the trusted caretaker and advocate for the abused, neglected, and abandoned animals of our community. Each day, we heal, rehabilitate, and strive to ensure the futures of these animals are filled with safety and love. Our staff are critical to our mission's success, and, as such, we promise to provide them with a supportive and positive work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Dog Focus:
- Provide daily care, feeding, and monitoring of dogs of varies breeds and sizes.
- Assist with walking, exercising, and socializing dogs in accordance with their individual needs.
- Assist in training and behavior modification activities for dogs, as required.
- Clean and maintain animal enclosures, ensuring a clean and sanitary environment.
- Socialize and interact with animals to improve their overall well-being and adoptability.
- Keeps supervisor informed of animal behavior, health, or other concerns.
- Provide enrichment activities and mental stimulation for dogs.
- Does animal laundry and dishes throughout the day.
- Stocks areas and spot-cleans animals and public areas throughout the day.
- Promptly moves animals (adoption, isolation, quarantine, etc.) as instructed.
- Provides professional visitor, staff, and volunteer care - with the highest standards of customer care and service.
- Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
Secondary Focus on Cats and Small Animals:
- Provide daily care, feeding, and monitoring of cats, small mammals, and other small animals.
- Keeps supervisor informed of animal behavior, health, or other concerns.
Entry level positions in Animal Care, starting pay is $16.00.
Benefits (with full-time positions):
Humane Society of Summit County offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Term 100 Life Insurance
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Accident Insurance
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years old or older to apply.
- Availability: Must have an open or flexible schedule, including weekends, to accommodate the operational needs of the organization.
- Able to perform very physical work: scrubbing, mopping, bending, lifting, walking, and standing for up to 8 hours a day, lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Minimum Education: High School diploma or Equivalent
- Minimum Experience: Entry level, no experience required. Training is provided.
- Must successfully pass a background check.
Successful candidates will pose the following qualities:
- Positive attitude.
- Must have a passion for working with animals.
- Must be able to handle physical demanding work.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work with animals, cleaning agents and chemicals.
- Knowledge of animal breeds, behavior, handling and safe restraint methods.
- Ability to read, write, understand and follow instructions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What about the role excites you and motivated you to apply? Please describe your interest in working with us.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
