Kennel Care Specialist

Are you a passionate animal lover looking for a rewarding career? Come work for a leader in animal welfare! Orphans of the Storm has opportunities for reliable, professional, compassionate, hardworking, and well-organized individuals to join our Riverwoods shelter team as a Full-Time Kennel Care Specialist! Kennel Care Specialist are responsible for the continual cleaning of all shelter areas, as well as the proper feeding, socialization and care of the animals. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Working with both cats and dogs of various sizes, ages, and temperaments Feed, clean, walk and socialize the animals according to established protocols. Thoroughly clean and disinfect all areas of the shelter as often as necessary. Observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent. Report signs of illness, disease, injury, unusual conditions or abnormal behavior of any shelter animal to immediately to the Manager on Duty or the Medical Department Take charge and/or handle animals as required; restrain hard to control animals Assist with the day-to-day chores of the shelter This may include but is not limited to unpacking and stocking of shelter supplies, laundry, dishes, shoveling snow, taking out the garbage, perform general cleaning of all shelter areas and outside play areas, etc. Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the kennels and office areas while balancing the efficiency needed to care for animals. Demonstrate safe and appropriate animal handling at all times.