Calling All Dog Lovers! Hiring Multiple Positions Job at Greater Old Saybrook Ch
Greater Old Saybrook Chamber, Waterford, CT, United States
Calling All Dog Lovers! Hiring Multiple Positions Do you love dogs? Do you love the outdoors? Then you'll LOVE working at SHP!
Imagine spending your workday hiking trails, strolling through neighborhoods, and bringing joy to pets and their families. Shoreline Happy Paws is a professional pet care team that has been serving pet parents since 2010.
Why Join Shoreline Happy Paws? Competitive Pay: $17 - $22/hr + Tips + Mileage Reimbursement
Paid Time Off: Accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
Holiday Pay: Extra pay on designated holidays.
End‑of‑Year Bonus: Reward for your hard work and dedication.
Education Stipend: We invest in your professional development.
Paid Training: Orientation, Video Training, CPR Certification, and Field Shadowing.
Perks: Costco Membership and Employee Discounts.
Team Support: We are insured, bonded, W‑2 employees with workers' comp. You are protected.
SHP is committed to elevating the professional pet care industry.
Position Requirements Live within our service area (Essex, Old Saybrook, Old Lyme, Westbrook, Clinton, Madison, Deep River, Chester, Haddam, Higganum, East Lyme, Niantic, Waterford, Groton, New London).
Physical requirements: Active outdoor job that requires walking at a brisk pace, maintaining good balance, and handling leashes, gates, and pet supplies.
Reliable, insured vehicle and valid driver’s license.
Have a smartphone with GPS, plenty of data, and a functioning camera.
Must pass a background check.
What You Will Do Drive from home to home to provide care across our service area.
Work independently, following instructions from our scheduling app, while communicating with your supervisor for any questions or support.
Dog Walks: safely provide exercise, enrichment, and companionship.
Dog Hikes: can include multiple dogs (up to 4 at a time); you will learn to safely transport dogs in your car and manage a small pack on trails.
Cat Visits: care for cats, including feeding, litter, play, and medication as needed.
Feedings: kibble, wet food, raw meat diets, and more, following owner instructions.
Administering medication: pills, powder on food, or other basic methods.
Advanced medication administration (e.g., insulin injections, subcutaneous fluids) – hands‑on training provided.
Shifts Available Priority given to candidates who work Mon – Fri for at least 4 hours per day.
Minimum availability: At least 3 weekdays of 4 consecutive hours between 8 AM – 3 PM.
Overnight/House‑Sitting shifts for travel care are a plus.
Back‑up and Floater positions.
Career Growth Opportunities Pet Care Leadership: Team Leads, Team Trainers.
Back‑End Admin: Travel Care Coordinator, Day Operations Leader.
Hiring and HR Coordinator.
Specialized Services: Vet Tech Services, Professional Dog Groomer.
Education Roles: Pet First Aid & CPR Instructor, Dog Training Instructor.
Creative and Marketing: Marketing & Event Coordinator, Video & Content Creator, Graphic Designer.
Come walk with us. Grow with us. Be part of the Shoreline Happy Paws family.
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Imagine spending your workday hiking trails, strolling through neighborhoods, and bringing joy to pets and their families. Shoreline Happy Paws is a professional pet care team that has been serving pet parents since 2010.
Why Join Shoreline Happy Paws? Competitive Pay: $17 - $22/hr + Tips + Mileage Reimbursement
Paid Time Off: Accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
Holiday Pay: Extra pay on designated holidays.
End‑of‑Year Bonus: Reward for your hard work and dedication.
Education Stipend: We invest in your professional development.
Paid Training: Orientation, Video Training, CPR Certification, and Field Shadowing.
Perks: Costco Membership and Employee Discounts.
Team Support: We are insured, bonded, W‑2 employees with workers' comp. You are protected.
SHP is committed to elevating the professional pet care industry.
Position Requirements Live within our service area (Essex, Old Saybrook, Old Lyme, Westbrook, Clinton, Madison, Deep River, Chester, Haddam, Higganum, East Lyme, Niantic, Waterford, Groton, New London).
Physical requirements: Active outdoor job that requires walking at a brisk pace, maintaining good balance, and handling leashes, gates, and pet supplies.
Reliable, insured vehicle and valid driver’s license.
Have a smartphone with GPS, plenty of data, and a functioning camera.
Must pass a background check.
What You Will Do Drive from home to home to provide care across our service area.
Work independently, following instructions from our scheduling app, while communicating with your supervisor for any questions or support.
Dog Walks: safely provide exercise, enrichment, and companionship.
Dog Hikes: can include multiple dogs (up to 4 at a time); you will learn to safely transport dogs in your car and manage a small pack on trails.
Cat Visits: care for cats, including feeding, litter, play, and medication as needed.
Feedings: kibble, wet food, raw meat diets, and more, following owner instructions.
Administering medication: pills, powder on food, or other basic methods.
Advanced medication administration (e.g., insulin injections, subcutaneous fluids) – hands‑on training provided.
Shifts Available Priority given to candidates who work Mon – Fri for at least 4 hours per day.
Minimum availability: At least 3 weekdays of 4 consecutive hours between 8 AM – 3 PM.
Overnight/House‑Sitting shifts for travel care are a plus.
Back‑up and Floater positions.
Career Growth Opportunities Pet Care Leadership: Team Leads, Team Trainers.
Back‑End Admin: Travel Care Coordinator, Day Operations Leader.
Hiring and HR Coordinator.
Specialized Services: Vet Tech Services, Professional Dog Groomer.
Education Roles: Pet First Aid & CPR Instructor, Dog Training Instructor.
Creative and Marketing: Marketing & Event Coordinator, Video & Content Creator, Graphic Designer.
Come walk with us. Grow with us. Be part of the Shoreline Happy Paws family.
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