K9 Caretaker at K9s For Warriors Inc – Ponte Vedra, Florida

Responsible for all cleaning, feeding, bathing and animal handling in accordance with K9s for Warriors policies and proceduresResponsible for complying with all safety procedures while working in the kennels, with special emphasis on animal handling and proper use of cleaning chemicalsObserve, assess, and ensure all dog behavior and health concerns are dealt with in accordance with K9s for Warriors guidelines, reporting any concerns or changes to Lead K9 Caretaker or Kennel ManagementParticipate and provide enrichment to dogs with direction from Enrichment teamComplete kennel and enrichment logs and associated paperwork completely and accuratelyFollow instruction given by Veterinary Staff to assist in care of dogsHandle dogs humanely and safely at all timesReport maintenance concerns to the Lead K9 Caretaker or Kennel Management, assist with dissemination of incoming products and orderingAssist with maintaining buildings and equipment, including but not limited to interior and exterior of buildings, grounds, kennel areas, yard maintenance/equipmentRespond to the operational needs of the kennel as directed by the Lead K9 Caretaker and/or Kennel ManagementAbility to work with dogs on unknown or outdated vaccination historyFollow and adhere to all PPE policiesFollow and promote all K9s For Warriors’ policies and proceduresIdentify opportunities to improve the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of the dogs in K9s For Warriors’ care and bring ideas and suggestions to appropriate supervisorParticipate in kennel training sessions and enrichment as designatedComplete training logs and associated paperwork completely and accurately

Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Kennel Manager and Assistant Kennel ManagersMaintain good communication with kennel staff and other departments Maintain good working relationships with all kennel and organization employees

High school degree or equivalent Ability to work weekends, holidays, and rotating schedule Kennel experience preferredValid driver’s license and meet policy requirements for company auto insurance

Attention to Detail TeamworkIntegrity InitiativePositive AttitudeCooperation