Kennel Attendant

Humane Society Yukon

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Job Details

Posted On: Jan 25, 2023

Advertised Until: Mar 25, 2023

Vacancies: 1

Hours: 35-40

Wage: $16.00 per hour

Availability: Full Time

Duration: Permanent

Location: Whitehorse, YT

Application Information

Contact Name: Executive Director

Apply With: Resume

By Email: Executive.Director@humanesocietyyukon.ca

Description/Duties

Humane Society Yukon is looking to hire a full time Kennel Attendant.

A Kennel Attendant reports to the Kennel Manager and is responsible for care of animals in the Shelter.

Duties include:

Ensuring a priority is made for the health and well-being of all shelter animals;
Adhering to shelter daily routine practices, checklists, and shelter policies.
Perform daily cleaning of kennels, cages and public areas, following approved protocols.
Provide animals with clean water and food, while following feeding protocols; and ensure dishes are cleaned daily;
Perform animal care duties, including bathing and nail trimming.
Inform the kennel supervisor of any concerns with the animals’ well-being or the facility.
Perform cleaning duties for other shelter areas.
Launder, dry, and fold all towels, linens and other fabrics.
Assist with the intake, adoption, or introductions of animals.
Assist the public with viewing of animals and answer general questions

Requirements/Qualifications

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Demonstrated passion for animal well-being and care for domestic animals.
An understanding of kennel/cattery maintenance including daily routine procedures, and cleaning.
An understanding of health issues, infection control and vaccinations for domestic animals.
Experience in animal comfort care including dealing with nervous and disturbed animals.
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