Job Summary: Responsible for providing a high standard of care and humane handling for all shelter animals and maintaining a safe and sanitary facility for animals and people. Ensures all animals’ nutrition, housing, enrichment and other care needs are met on a daily basis.
Job Duties include but are not limited to:
Clean, disinfect, and maintain all animal housing spaces on a daily and continuous basis, adhering to CAA Standard Operating Procedures and protocols for animal care, kennel maintenance, sanitation, parasite and disease control, and other animal care practices
Trains new hires in accordance of Standard Operating Procedures
Is responsible for daily animal care operations, (All shifts are covered, proper cleaning protocols are being followed and all assigned daily tasks are completed)
Provide appropriate diet, clean water, and enrichment to all animals according to SOPs and as directed by management and medical personnel
Move animals around the facility as directed by animal care management team and ensure that all animal locations and stages are correctly entered into PetPoint
Monitor animals’ health and behaviors, and record observations at least daily according to SOP. Report signs of illness and behavior concerns as directed to appropriate personnel.
Perform and/or assist with humane euthanasia.
Keep all animal areas stocked with food, litter, cleaning supplies, and other essential items, informing Managers when items need replenishment or repair
Record clear and concise notes regarding animal behavior and care in PetPoint
Arranges and carries out proper disposal of deceased animals
Completes annual employee reviews in collaboration with Animal Care Manager
Performs rounds with team on assigned days
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:
Follow the mission of CAA
Be familiar with all shelter Standard Operating Procedures and the Employee Manual
Is a Self-starter
Working knowledge of breeds, diseases, medical conditions and animal handling and behavior
Ability to handle animals safely and with patience and gentleness
Ability to represent CAA in a professional manner in all situations with the public, volunteers and staff.
Ability to create and sustain positive working relationships within CAA, with volunteers, the public and be a team player.
Must be patient, courteous and work well under stressful conditions.
Knowledge and ability to accurately work with detailed information in paper and computerized format.
Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
Ability to learn and quickly adapt to changes in programs and procedures.
Ability to manage the emotional aspect of work in an animal shelter environment in a positive, professional manner
Familiarity with basic word processing systems and medical data and management programs
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted regularly, 50+ pounds assisted
Ability to perform strenuous physical activity on a daily basis, including but not limited to: lifting and carrying, reaching, stooping, standing, squatting and bending. Regularly moves about the facilities to coordinate work.
Due to the nature of shelter work, may be exposed to deceased, fractious, or aggressive animals; hostile or irate persons; zoonotic or other diseases; allergens; unpleasant noises, odors, or sights; and extreme temperatures.
Required Professional Licensing or Certifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Louisiana State Driver’s License
Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician through the LSBVM or be willing to become certified.
This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job related duties required by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.
Please email your resume to clientcare@caabr.org.
Employee Classification:Non-exempt employee
