Cat Sitter
About The Position
The Comforted Kitty is seeking reliable, responsible cat lovers to provide in-home cat sitting visits while clients are away in the San Rafael / Marin County area. This flexible, part-time independent contractor position lets sitters set their availability and service area, with clients matched to them. Sitters care for cats, help pet parents travel with peace of mind, and may build relationships with repeat clients. Services include drop-in visits of 30, 45, or 60 minutes, typically one to three times daily; extended daytime visits of 2–8 hours; overnight stays of 10 hours; and 24-hour live-in care with overnight care. Visits may involve feeding cats, refreshing water, cleaning litter boxes, providing playtime or companionship, sending updates and photos through the company app, following client instructions, bringing in mail or packages, and adjusting lights, blinds, or trash and recycling when requested. Sitters may administer medication when it is within their experience and comfort level. Sitters are paid per visit, with rates typically starting around $25 per 30-minute visit and higher pay for longer visits, overnight care, and house sitting. The position offers weekly direct deposit, bonus opportunities, and tips paid entirely to the sitter. Weekend, holiday, morning, afternoon, and evening availability is especially valuable.
Requirements
- Experience caring for cats, especially in a pet-sitting capacity.
- Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Comfort working independently in clients’ homes.
- A smartphone with reliable internet access and a camera.
- Weekend and holiday availability is especially valuable.
Nice To Haves
- Medication experience, including oral medications, injections, and fluids.
- Availability in the mornings, afternoons, and evenings.
- Availability for weekends and holidays.
Responsibilities
- Feed cats and refresh their water.
- Clean litter boxes.
- Provide playtime, affection, or companionship according to each cat’s personality.
- Send visit updates and photos through the company app.
- Follow each client’s detailed care instructions.
- Bring in mail or packages when requested.
- Adjust lights or blinds, and handle trash or recycling when requested.
- Administer medication when within the sitter’s experience and comfort level.
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit.
- Bonus opportunities for holidays, short notice, and strong feedback.
- 100% of tips go to the sitter.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
