North Shore Animal League America is the largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization in the world. We are a non-profit organization and since 1944, the League's mission has been saving the lives of pets through adoption, rescue and advocacy initiatives. Every year, the League reaches across the country to rescue, nurture and adopt nearly 18,000 pets into happy and loving homes. Over the years, the League has placed more than 1.1 million puppies, kittens, cats and dogs into carefully screened homes.

We are seeking a full time 40 hours a week including 1 weekend shift an experienced

This position is not seasonal it is not summer only employment

Canine handler to ensure the general health and wellbeing of the dogs living on Campus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Feed and provide fresh water for dogs.
• Assist with morning or afternoon relief walks for Pet Behavior dogs.
• Confidently handle possibly challenging Pet Behavior dogs as well as new intakes and dogs in the kennel that become challenging due to deterioration or a change in their environment.
• Clean and disinfect all kennel runs, bedding, water buckets and toys.
• Maintain cleanliness of the Pet Behavior office as well as different areas that house pet behavior dogs which includes sweeping, mopping, scrubbing floors and walls when needed, dusting, and other cleaning duties as assigned.
• Provide enrichment to the Pet Behavior animals such as but not limited to toys, Kong’s and bones daily.
• Come up with new enrichment ideas and plans that will benefit our animals during their stay.
• Observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent. Report any concerning medical and/or behavioral observations to either a Medical staff member or Pet Behavior trainer.
• Ensure cage cards are accurate on kennel runs.
• Assist in animal behavior assessments when needed.
• Follow protocols created by the Pet Behavior department for the handling and care for specific animals.
• Assist with adoption process when needed.
• Assist with approved and assigned enrichment time (recess, pack or co-walks, playtime, etc.).
• Assist with and follow behavior modification treatments when needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must have previous experience working hands-on with challenging large breed dogs in a shelter environment or veterinary facility.
• Good communication and listening skills,positive and friendly attitude
• Ability to work independently.
• Willingness to maintain sanitation of animal areas.

Desire to make a positive difference in the lives of animals

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Port Washington, NY 11050: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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