Cat Caretaker

Cat Caretaker -

Day Shift (8am-4pm)

Night Shift (5pm-9pm) Needed

Weekends Needed

Faithful Friends Animal Society

The Cat Caretaker positions are part-time/full-time minimum wage positions. It’s a physical job that requires someone who is reliable and can work in a fast-paced, caring environment. The Cat Caretakers ensure that the cats receive the excellent standards of care that Faithful Friends Animal Society expects and provides.

· 20-30 hours/week (4-5 hour shifts) Monday through Sunday

· Availability for evening and weekend shifts, including holidays

· Cattery experience a plus

· Mature, professional, reliable and punctual (arriving on time and for all assigned shifts is a must)

· Detail-oriented

· Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment

· Able to work with minimal supervision and as a team

· Able to follow instructions and cleaning protocol

· Respectful of all cat and dog breeds

· Responsibilities include:

· Cleaning and washing cages and common cat living areas

· Scooping and washing litter boxes and scoops

· Cleaning cat trees and cat towers

· Feeding and providing fresh water

· Washing food and water bowls

· Providing fresh bedding and assisting with laundry

· Observing cats for possible medical issues

· Monitoring eating habits

· Completing observation sheets

· Washing carriers

· Must have reliable transportation

· Must be 18 years or older to apply

· Pet benefits for candidates who have pet(s)

· Reference checks (2), criminal background check, and drug screening required

Faithful Friends Animal Society is a comprehensive, nonprofit animal welfare agency in Wilmington, Delaware, that serves 18,000 pets and 20,000 people a year. We operate a no-kill animal shelter and a standalone, quality community clinic, and provide programs and services to help people keep their pets and to bring the loving touch of animals to people in need through partnerships with human-service organizations.

** In general, we are looking for employees with open availability, but sometimes employ for specific shifts if needed.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Animal care: 1 year (Preferred)
• Cleaning: 1 year (Preferred)
• Animal handling: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person