Daycare Attendant
Our organization is about people and their dogs. It’s about providing the highest quality care, and loving attention, to dogs in their owner’s absence. We have a great reputation for doing just that! We are a group of energetic, motivated people who love what we do and are looking for other like-minded, high-quality people to join us. We offer exciting opportunities that will challenge your abilities, expand your skills and reward your contributions. Our Leadership Team is passionate about fostering both personal and professional growth for all.
This position we are currently hiring for at our growing company is in Aurora, Colorado where we offer several different services for people and their pets. This is a part-time opportunity, approximately 25 hours per week, as a Daycare Attendant with a great staff and leadership team that you would be joining.
All Attendants have duties and responsibilities including supervising play groups, properly cleaning and disinfecting play area, equipment, crates, yards and common areas as well as general housekeeping throughout the entire facility.
Safety is the responsibility of each individual and management expects all work to be done in a safe manner.
We have a three phase hiring process. Only those who complete all phases will be considered for employment.
Phase 1: Read Our Strategic Vision (below)
Phase 2: Online Application (below) &
Phase 3: Hiring Seminar or Interview (upon invitation)
Only online applications will be accepted.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Pets in our facility must be cared for promptly, every day. The facility is staffed 365 days a year and is exceptionally busy when schools are on holiday recess. Experience is desired, however a genuine love for animals is a must. You must be able to handle dogs of all sizes without being afraid of them and without allowing them to control you. You must be in good physical condition, able to squat, stoop, bend, lift, and do a lot of walking. Must be willing to maintain the highest standards in cleanliness. There will be opportunities for advancement, if you excel.
- You Are Dependable – being a few minutes early for work is normal for you. You look at what the great day ahead spent with dogs will bring. Our staff knows they can count on you to do whatever it is you are assigned with excellence.
- You Love the Details – As a team, we want to make sure each guests’ needs are met. From medications to meals, play times to pampering, it is all in the details to make our guests stay the best it can be.
- You Are a Team Player – you want the best for the dogs that are staying with us and work as a team member to get that accomplished. You add to the conversation and brainstorm with fellow staff on ways to make the experience more enriching.
- You Are a Goal-Setter – you have goals for your work and for yourself. At Boarding and Beyond we have built a work culture where accomplishing goals is key to success. We have educational opportunities and areas that you can grow in as you deepen your experience in the pet care field.
NEED TO (the must have’s):
- Be able to lift 40 lbs.
- Previous dog experience is a plus, but attitude and character is more important
- Good dog handling.
- Customer interface to include checking pets in and out.
Job Description
Job Purpose
The Daycare Attendant’s role is to learn how to manage safe and controlled playgroups and to assist with the care of the dogs in that particular play arena on any given day. This position is critical as you will learn to maintain the high standard and quality of individualized care our customers have come to expect.
Expectations and Duties
Customer Service
Learn how to greet clients with a friendly demeanor when receiving or handing off a dog
Dog care
- Ensure that the dogs have fresh water at all times during daycare hours
- Learn what information to provide for daily reports
- Help to ensure accuracy of total number of dogs in house
- Learn how to perform feedings accurately and pass on communication if dogs are not eating
- Assist in the integration new dogs into the pack following the protocol and evaluate throughout the day using New Dog Eval form
- Learn how to intake daycare dogs safely and in a controlled manner
- Learn how to hand off dogs following procedure
- Observe the work we are doing with the dogs on the floor to continue our commitment to training and keeping the dogs engaged in a positive manner on the floor
- Ensure that all dogs just groomed are kept clean by any means necessary
- Observe dogs for any and all odd behaviors, signs of illness or injury and report to owners if anything of concern comes to your attention
- Constantly be touching and feeling the dogs, looking at feet, ears, teeth, etc… so we can communicate to clients when a dog is in need of a nail trim, teeth clean, groom, or if there’s anything concerning that a vet should look at
Facilities
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Teamwork/Communication
- Ensure that all notes are passed along to next shift’s teammate
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in a pet facility or pet care environment a plus
- Excellent work history and references
COMPENSATION
Pay depends on experience. Performance based bonus upon approval. Our pay is higher than average for this industry, because we want the best! We don’t hire to just fill a seat, rather we take our time looking for the right people. If you know without a doubt that you are a fit, let’s talk.
We Really Believe in This Stuff
Everyday we get to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. Providing inspiration to dog parents who need it. Getting our message out there. Helping customers learn how to change the course of their relationship with their dogs . Educating the dog owner how to speak “dog”. Making the connection between dog and owner is the goal for us. It’s why we do what we do. Work that changes lives, work that gives inspiration.
Work in Your Strengths
Our goal is to help position each team member in a role that plays to their strengths, that sets them up to shine…to win. Know yourself well enough to know what you do well, and just as importantly, what you don’t.
Win or Lose as a Team
Our team openly works together to create remarkable experiences that positively impacts lives. Everyone on the team is responsible for bringing new ideas, perspectives and solutions to the table. Starting with day one, we want your voice as part of the conversation.
About Our Company
We’re a privately-owned and operated pet care facility focused on a single mission:
“Boarding and Beyond provides peace of mind to owners who need to leave teirdogs for either a day, or an extended stay. Knowing they are in the care of people who love their dogs almost as much as they do is our goal for every customer. We are also expanding to offer experienced based, canine education and services to improve the canine/human relationship which gives INSPIRATION to everyone from the dog enthusiast to the dog owner.”
Step 1: Read Our Strategic Vision
Step 2: Fill out our form Job Application Form
