Job Title: Doggy Daycare Counselor / Kennel Attendant (Must Love Dogs!)
Do you speak fluent "Woof"?
If your dream day involves belly rubs, wagging tails, and managing a furry entourage, then Camp Bow Wow Elmwood Park is looking for you! We are hiring a Full-Time Kennel Attendant to join our pack of dedicated Dog Care Givers.
What You’ll Do (The Fun Stuff):
- Keep the Peace: Monitor play yards to ensure all our campers are playing safely and having a blast.
- First-Class Hospitality: Provide plenty of love, attention, and basic care (feeding and watering) to our furry guests.
- Camp Maintenance: Keep the cabins and play areas sparkling clean (yes, there is scooping involved, but the puppy kisses make up for it!).
What We’re Looking For:
- Must be 18+ years old, legal resident
- An absolute passion for dogs and their well-being.
- High energy, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to stand and move around for long periods (and handle dogs of all sizes).
- Available to work weekends and holidays
Ready to get paid to hang out with dogs? Apply today and join the pack!
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
About Us
Must Love Dogs!!
Camp Bow Wow is the Premier Doggy Day and Overnight Camp. Our four-legged guests play with each other in the indoor and outdoor play areas.
All dogs must meet our requirements, pass our interview, and must be friendly towards people and other dogs.
Prior work experience with dogs is not required, and we will provide additional training you need.
Dogs can be dirty, expect them to get you dirty, too.
Responsibilities:
- You must have a high tolerance for barking. We take dogs of all types and sizes so be prepared to handle small and big dogs.
- Supervising dogs during playtime and managing their behavior.
- Picking up and cleaning up dog waste.
- Cleaning indoor and outdoor play areas, cabins/kennels, food bowls, cots, etc.
- Escorting dogs from play areas to and from cabins/kennels, lobby, and groom room.
- Feeding and watering dogs.
- First Aid and CPR for Dogs certification is required (must get certification within 60 days of employment).
We are looking for camp counselors who:
- Love dogs - Accept direction.
- Follow procedures and rules.
- Can work as a part of a team.
- Available to work full time during the morning shift (6:20am - 1:00 pm) or afternoon shift, (11:45 am - 7:00 pm).
- Are available to work Weekends and all Holidays.
- Are punctual and reliable, responsible and flexible with hours, and must be at work on time.
Potential employees can apply in person and do a walk-in interview Mondays- Saturdays from 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm or the application can be mailed to:
Camp Bow Wow - Elmwood Park
53 Midland Avenue
Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
The application can be faxed to 877-987-9007
If you have any questions, call 201-797-3647.
Please fill out an application on our website:
https://www.campbowwow.com/elmwood-park/about-us/careers/#~889V7d6
Job Types: Full-time.
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour depending on prior experience
COVID-19 considerations:
Face coverings are optional.