Pet Care Specialist

Company: MORRIS ANIMAL INN INC
Location: Morristown
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Come. Stay. Grow with us!Morris Animal Inn is a family-owned and operated luxury pet resort offering dogs & cats the finest in boarding, grooming, training & daycare services. Our first-class pet resort has been awarded top honors in the pet care industry as well as been named the NJ Family Business of the Year and one of the Best Places to Work in NJ!*Now accepting applications for full-time, part-time, and summer seasonal consideration.*We are currently hiring Pet Lodging & Pet Enrichment Specialists at our Morristown and Montville locations. Starting hourly rate is $14.75 per hour. Candidates that have experience as a pet care technician, kennel technician, animal care attendant, dog walker, pet care assistant, or pet sitter can start between $15 - $16 per hour, commensurate with experience.WEEKEND & HOLIDAY AVAILABILITY ARE REQUIRED AS OUR PET CARE SERVICES ARE OFFERED 7 DAYS A WEEK!Responsibilities

• Overseeing the health and wellness of our dog and cat guests & communicating updates to pet parents
• Preparing and delivering meals and administering medication
• Provide quality, interactive enrichment activities for our dog & cat guests such as dog walks on our nature trail, off-leash play, and cuddle sessions
• Documentation and record-keeping for each pet guest
• Thorough cleaning and sanitizing of all pet areasBenefits
  • A structured and transparent path for career growth opportunities
  • A learning and education program that supports professional development in pet care
  • Discounts on MAI products & services including employee dog daycare
  • Weekly pay with direct deposit option
  • Flexible scheduling options are available and schedules are released bi-weekly with 2 weeks' advance noticeRequirements
    • Previous professional experience caring for dogs and cats is preferred but applicants must have a natural comfort around dogs and cats and the ability to safely handle a variety of sizes, breeds, and temperaments
    • Desire to work in a cohesive team environment and follow a daily timeline of activities
    • Availability to work on weekends and holidays
    • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and walk/stand for extended periods
    • Ability to read and/or understand written instructions/labelsMorris Animal Inn believes that our success lies in our outstanding staff! We carefully select individuals that share our passion for providing exceptional pet care! To see all our job opportunities & learn more about what it's like to work here, please visit our CAREERS PAGE* at *https://www.morrisanimalinn.com/about-us/careers/Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, TemporaryPay: $14.75 - $16.00 per hour

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