Animal Care Attendant / Kennel Assistant
Part-Time (15–20 hours per week)
We are currently seeking a compassionate, reliable Part-Time Animal Care Attendant / Kennel Assistant to join our team. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the health, safety, and overall well-being of the animals in our care while supporting daily shelter operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide daily care and enrichment, including feeding, exercising, grooming, and socializing animals.
- Maintain the cleanliness of kennels, cages, play areas, laundry facilities, and common areas following strict disinfection protocols.
- Administer supervised medications and treatments as directed.
- Monitor animal health and behaviour; report concerns promptly to management.
- Maintain accurate animal records and complete required checklists.
- Assist with adoption visits and appointments.
- Participate in animal transfers as required.
- Provide professional and friendly customer service to adopters, volunteers, and visitors.
- Perform physical tasks including lifting to 18 kg (40 lbs.) and safely handling animals up to 34 kg (75 lbs.).
- Follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure the well-being of animals and staff.
Qualifications & Experience
- High School diploma (or equivalent).
- Valid G driver’s license.
- Availability to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.
- Excellent communication skills and a strong team mindset.
- Previous experience in animal care and/or customer service preferred.
- A certificate or College Diploma in Animal Care (or currently enrolled) is considered an asset.
- Previous clerical experience is considered an asset.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: $17.60 per hour
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
- Discount on UCHS merchandise
- Predictable scheduling.
If you are passionate about animal welfare and want to make a meaningful difference, we would love to hear from you.