Dog Kennel Attendant - Overnight Shift

Has your career gone to the dogs?

Assistance Dogs Australia will open phase one of their new Orchard Hills state of the art Assistance Dogs training facilities at the end of this month.  

With this expansion comes the opportunity to welcome a new team member who will be responsible for the overnight welfare of the dogs in our kennels, as well as some basic administration and caretaking of the facility. This role is an onsite role and will see you working in an overnight capacity.     

We are offering an opportunity to care for and manage the overnight needs of our dogs who are in advanced training for their roles as Assistance Dogs. 

This role is a twelve-month contract, but may lead to a permanent role for the right person.

The position will suit a self-motivated person who is keen to contribute within a charitable organisation that is about providing life changing opportunities to our clients. You will bring a strong focus on wanting to deliver the highest standards of dog care and be happy to pitch in with some administration and general caretaking. 

About Us

Assistance Dogs Australia trains and places unique dogs with Australians in unique situations. We currently train dogs that specialise in support for people with a physical disability, autism or post traumatic stress; as well as providing a range of services to these individuals and their families. Our assistance dogs provide independence, self-esteem, improved health and relationships to individuals and families – resulting in stronger and more successful communities. 

If these values resonate with you, we could indeed be the place for your next career move?

About the Role - Kennel Attendant - Overnight Shift

This role is a diverse position that covers several aspects of Assistance Dog care. This will include toileting dogs, dog food preparation and feeding, kennel management and cleaning, as well as some light general cleaning and some basic administrative tasks as well. 

• Qualification or certification in animal care is well regarded
• Experience in the dog field is also highly regarded
• The role is also eligible for 'not for profit' salary packaging - up to $15,900 a year

 About You & Your Experience

• Proven professional experience working with dogs/puppies 
• The desire to work with dogs who have a big purpose in this world post their training
• A strong ability to identify dog needs and respond accordingly
• Sound understanding of dog behaviour, principles of dog learning, and a commitment to positive reinforcement is again highly regarded
• Good interpersonal and communication skills are required especially for hand over to the day shift of workers
• Ability to work autonomously
• Have strong ability to balance the priorities but also adapt when needed
• Proven ability to maintain accurate reports in a timely manner
• May already have or happy to provide an NDIS Workers Screen Check, NSW Police Check and Working with Children Check

ADA are proud to be an inclusive workplace that reflects our clients and the broader community that we serve. We are always committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.

If you have any questions or would like to know more about these great roles, please contact Linton Davey our People & Culture Manager at ******@assistancedogs.org.au or simply call 0432 633 ***.