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About the Role

Lollypop Farm is seeking a part-time Animal Care Attendant to ensure animals are clean, fed, and enriched, while maintaining clean and well-stocked work areas.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to all animals at Lollypop Farm
Provide enrichment and ensure the well-being of animals through walking, feeding, playing and cleaning
Monitor animal behaviors, including eating, drinking, and elimination patterns, to identify potential problems and notify the Klingenstein Veterinary Clinic staff as needed
Handle dogs of various temperaments and make recommendations for behavior modification
Provide daily animal movement throughout the shelter
Assist with laundry, garbage, dish and other shelter duties
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and orderly environment throughout the facility
Clean and sanitize equipment such as kennels, dishes, toys and leashes
Provide customer service as needed
Carry out responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies and applicable state/ federal laws
Observe all safety rules and regulations for self and others
Perform other duties as requested, such as processing animals or holding animals for euthanasia

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent education
Animal experience is preferred
Experience with large dogs and animals of various temperaments preferred
A combination of education and experience will be considered if aligned with the position
Ability to interpret instructions and correspondence
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations
Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but involved instructions
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
Beginner computer skills, ability to learn internal software
Ability to learn to handle animal chip scanner, dishwasher, washer and dryer, medical syringes, cleaning supplies, power washer and floor machine
Must align with the Company Mission, Vision and Core Values
Must embrace and recognize that Lollypop Farm donors are the heroes of our work
Must be willing and comfortable adapting to new circumstances and conditions
Must be steadfast in efforts to achieve the mission
Must collaborate and communicate to achieve common goals
Must act with honor, fairness, and respect for animals, individuals, the organization, and the community
Must be considerate and show professional regard for all aspects of work
Must promote and support a diverse and equitable environment of mutual respect where all staff, volunteers, and community members feel a sense of inclusion and belonging

Skills

Compassion
Communication
Flexibility
Commitment
Teamwork
Integrity
Respect
Beginner computer skills
Ability to learn internal software
Ability to learn to handle animal chip scanner, dishwasher, washer and dryer, medical syringes, cleaning supplies, power washer and floor machine

Location

Rochester, NY

Work Type

Part-time
Onsite

Experience Level

Entry Level

Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent

About the Company

Mission: Together with our community, we better the lives of animals through justice, prevention, and life-saving care.
Vision: A just and compassionate world for all animals.
Core Values: Compassion, Communication, Flexibility, Commitment, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect.

Equal Opportunity

EOE/ADA