Animal Care Attendant

Who We Are

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity and has been operating for 150 years. The Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need in communities across Ontario; we value all animals and advocate to treat them with respect and kindness. We strive to keep pets and families together and do so through a variety of community support services.

Opportunity

Animal Care Attendant (ACA): We are seeking 4 experienced ACAs with a love for spending time enriching the lives of the animals within our care. ACAs understand that ensuring a clean, stimulating, and healthy environment is paramount to quality of life for our furry residents.

Status: Full-time and Part-time roles available

Location: Provincial Animal Transfer Hub, Midland, ON

A Typical Day

Animal Care

• Feeding of all animals housed within the shelter
• General cleaning and disinfecting of the premises and equipment used within the shelter in adherence with infectious disease prevention protocols
• Laundry duties
• General bathing and grooming of animals as required
• Receives incoming animals and logs individual animal information
• Vaccinates shelter animals as per Ontario SPCA protocols under the supervision of the Animal Centre Manager or their designate.
• Notifies supervisor immediately of any potential animal health problems or concerns
• Seeks RVT and/or veterinary advice and transports animals to vet clinic as needed
• Administers animal medications as prescribed
• Maintain accurate animal records.

Animal Enrichment

• Performs regular animal enrichment based on the needs of the animal, including but not limited to exercising, engaging in play activities, and providing novel experiences/tastes/smells
• Endeavours to provide a consistent and stress-reduced environment through shelter protocols and Fear Free best practices
• Works closely with Manager and Animal Behaviour Coordinator regarding behaviour support for animals in care

Operations

• Ensures accurate animal inventory, health data, and Animal Care scheduling in our Shelter Buddy system
• Assists in interior/exterior maintenance if needed i.e., cleaning of outside dog runs, lawn maintenance, snow removal

Additional Functions

Including but not limited to:

• Animal transfer and transport between provincial animal centres with society vehicle
• Aid the Centre Manager in training, supervision, retention, and scheduling of volunteers or foster homes in the Ontario SPCA Volunteer Program (subject to individual centre needs)
• Maintain confidentiality of animals in care

Why You Should Join Our Team?

• Be part of an energetic team environment with others who share your passion for animal wellbeing!
• Competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision benefits for full-time employees
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Paid sick time and 3 weeks of vacation after 3 years of service for full-time employees
• Predictable day time hours
• Onsite parking
• Generous discount on virtual pet care services
• Discount on pet supplies and toys
• Discount on Ontario SPCA Paws & Give merchandise

Do You Have What it Takes?

• Excellent communication skills
• Team player
• Ability to lift 18 kg (40lbs) and control 34 kg (75lbs)
• Valid G drivers licence with the ability to provide a clear driver’s abstract
• Open availability including weekdays, weekends and holidays
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
• Previous clerical training and an asset
• Customer service experience an asset
• Certificate or College Diploma in Animal Care or working towards, preferred

We Can’t Wait to Meet You!

Please forward your resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources

careers@ontariospca.ca

Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

Please quote “ACA FT or PT PATH Midland” in the subject line.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, however; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society provides accommodation during all stages of the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please advise us if you are contacted for an interview and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions, suggestions or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format, please contact us at 888-668-7722 or careers@ontariospca.ca .

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $19.05 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• This position requires the ability to lift 18 kg (40lbs) and control 45 kg (100lbs). Is this something you're comfortable with?
• This position requires open availability including weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Would this work with your schedule?
• Do you have the ability to provide a clear drivers abstract?

Experience:

• Animal care: 1 year (required)
• Clerical: 1 year (preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Midland, ON (required)

Work Location: In person