Ellen M. Gifford Cat Shelter | Animal Care Assistant

4 weeks ago


boston, United States Ellen M. Gifford Cat Shelter Full time

Are you a cat lover that’s interested in either a part or full-time position caring for homeless cats?


Gifford Cat Shelter – the first free-roam, no-kill shelter in the country – seeks staff who thrive on giving all animals within their care the best possible care their resources permit, who will show compassion and understanding to every animal and person who comes their way, and who will perform tasks in an effective and efficient manner.


Major Responsibilities

  • Perform cat care duties such as preparing food, feeding and providing water, cleaning and disinfecting cat areas, washing litter and food pans, sweeping and mopping floors, washing and sweeping debris from walls, beds and any other areas.
  • Meet and greet and interface with people visiting the shelter whether it be to visit the cats or for adoption. Introduce cats to the public and provide information regarding licensing, vaccinations, pet-owner responsibilities, spaying, neutering and adoptions, collect license, redemption and adoption fees.
  • Responsible for pet ownership and for matching the cats to potential owners. Receive cats to be admitted for shelter care and is responsible for their proper identification and release animals to their owners as directed by shelter manager.
  • Monitor sick, quarantined and injured cats and observe them for unusual physical and behavioral conditions, medicate if necessary. Separate and control and cats that are not getting along; assist the veterinarian or staff with vaccinations and minor medical treatments; keep a record on the disposition of animals, perform a daily count of animals and report and condition or inconsistencies to the supervisor or veterinarian as appropriate.
  • Complete various records and forms such as medical cards, logs of controlled medication dispensed, daily activity sheets, maintain a log and inventory of food and other animal supply needs.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Ability to care for both healthy and sick cats
  • Must be able to lift, move, or carry cats or objects weighing up to 40 lbs., and use strong chemicals for disinfecting kennels
  • Seeking part and full-time attendants
  • Must have a passion for cats


The mission of Gifford Cat Shelter is to provide a haven for stray, abused, and unwanted cats until they are matched with their permanent loving homes. At Gifford, cats are free to roam and play. They nap in sunny windows, get plenty of exercise, and enjoy tons of love and attention while they wait for their forever homes. A no-kill shelter, Gifford believes that all cats should have a chance to live their lives free of pain and fear. No matter their story, every Gifford cat has a future to look forward to. And until they find their new homes, they'll spend their days in bright, open environments, getting all the love they need



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