Canine Early Care Technician - Temporary
About The Position
At Canine Companions, we’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. As an employee, you’ll help provide independence to individuals, while also giving a dog a meaningful job. Our commitment to our mission is reflected in our equally strong dedication to our employees. The Canine Early Care Technician is responsible for providing quality care of the dams and litters housed at the Canine Early Development Center (CEDC) that includes providing high quality cleaning and maintenance of the whelping center kennels, play areas, socialization, and bathing areas that house dams and litters. This position also assists with the care of female dogs throughout stages of pregnancy, including delivery of neonates and care of litters of puppies housed at the whelping center.
Requirements
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively while maintaining organization
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain detailed records and meet deadlines
- Familiarity with dog training and behavior, animal health and disability awareness and sensitivity.
Nice To Haves
- Prior dog handling, training and dog health care equipment preferred
Responsibilities
- Clean and disinfect kennels, equipment, and other items as needed using approved cleaning tools and methods.
- Provide general housekeeping, including laundry and cleaning. Report maintenance problems to a supervisor.
- Provide excellent husbandry care to dogs, including feeding, bathing, grooming, and teeth brushing as needed.
- Assist with whelping and delivery.
- Administer treatments as necessary. Assist puppies with nursing and nutritional care when needed. Assist veterinary staff in execution of advanced medical tasks.
- Maintain and update dog records, care logs and daily task trackers. Effectively communicate and record all health concerns as appropriate.
Benefits
- Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan
- Additional paid hours to volunteer within your community
- Support for both professional and personal well-being
- Inclusion and Diversity Committee dedicated to ongoing efforts to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by setting actionable goals and evaluating progress
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
