Job Description

We Have an Immediate Need for Pet Sitters and Overnight Care In Elizabeth and So. Parker Requirements

• You MUST LIVE in these areas to apply as territories are assigned based upon where you reside also, a short survey follows the application it must be completed
• Over 21 years old
• Able to function as a licensee of As You Wish and will be compensated on a per job basis, this is great supplemental income!
• Able to follow detailed instruction
• Must be comfortable engaging with a wide variety of clients in a professional manner.
• Openly available. Understand animals need constant care regardless of time of day or day of week. We work while others vacation and go to the office! A plus if you can provide overnight/extended stay service
• Able to self-manage with strong time management skills
• Comfortable walking/driving in heat, rain, and snow and must own appropriate apparel (i.e. parka, gloves, scarf, boots, raingear, etc.) to apply for this position.
• Able to commit to work for As You Wish for at least 6 months to apply for this position.
• Passionate about animals
• Have a car, auto insurance and a clean MVR.
• Able to self-manage.
• Able to walk (likely 5-10 miles/day) and handle dogs on the appropriate or designated leash. Dog behavior or training experience a plus!
• Able to administer first aid as necessary during the dog visit. This would include cuts to paws, feet, noses and/or insect bites, etc.(training available)
• Skilled at taking detailed notes and communicating effectively in both written and oral form.
• You must possess the ability to market your business to potential clients and business partners.
• You must have a cell phone preferably with text message capability and also be comfortable using a computer to generate reports and complete schedules

***PHYSICAL DEMANDS***

Activity Level: Heavy – Walk, lift, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle, hear and see. Be able to walk up to 10 miles daily. Occasional—Lifting up to 35 lbs. (Lifting dog into and out of vehicle or onto bed if necessary) Environment:—Outdoors for 95% of the time

*** EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS***

• Completion of Recognized Hands On Pet First Aid/CPR training course.
• As You Wish encourages on-going training in animal related behavior, a professional certification course or attendance at the annual NAPPS Forum

Job Tags

Contract work, Second job, Immediate start, Outdoor, Night shift,

Similar Jobs