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 an experienced ACA 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. ACAs develop great relationships with our human friends too by supporting client service and administration for a seamless experience at every turn.
**Status**:
Part-time, Permanent
**Location**:
Sudbury &
District Animal Centre,Sudbury ON
**A Typical Day**
- Performing care and enrichment for our animals including, feeding, exercising, playing and/or other engagement activities
- Ensuring a healthy environment through general housekeeping, disinfection protocols, laundry duties and kennel cleaning
- Supporting animal physical health by performing supervised vaccinations, seeking RVT advice and general bathing and grooming duties
- Maintaining client records, recording information, and notifying a supervisor of any potential health concerns
- Participates in the transfer of animals to vet clinic as required
- Immerse self in the culture and goals of the centre/organization by actively promoting the centre via social media channels and participation in a variety of fundraising initiatives.
**Why You Should Join Our Team?**
- Be part of an energetic team environment with others who share your passion for animal wellbeing!
- Competitive pay
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- 3 weeks of vacation after 3 years of service
- Generous discount on virtual pet care
- Discounted pet supplies and pet food
- Discounted Ontario SPCA Paws &
Give merchandise
- Predictable day time hours
- Onsite parking
**Do You Have What it Takes?**
- Excellent communication skills
- Team player
- Ability to lift 18 kg (40lbs) and control 45 kg (100lbs)
- Valid G drivers licence
- Open availability including weekdays, weekends and holidays
- 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:
Leah Earl
Animal Centre Manager, Sudbury &
District
Ontario SPCA and Humane Society
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, however;
only those selected foran interview will be contacted.
**Job Types**:
Part-time, Permanent
**Salary**:
$17.66 per hour
**Benefits**:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Greater Sudbury, ON P3A 6B1:
reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- This role requires the ability to lift 18 kg (40lbs) and control 45 kg (100lbs). Is this something you would be comfortable with?
- This role requires open availability including some weekends and Holidays. Would this work with your schedule?
**Experience**:
- Animal Care:
1 year (preferred)
- Customer service:
1 year (preferred)
Work Location:
In person