Overview
Animal Care Team Member Jobs in Amenia, NY at Animal Farm Foundation
Join the Animal Farm Foundation Team as a:
Possible position titles: Canine Care Team Member
Location: Amenia, NY
Full-Time and part-time positions available
If you love dogs, aren’t afraid of a little fur (okay, a lot), and want to be part of a team that believes all dogs are individuals, this might be the job for you.
Perks & Benefits
Working at Animal Farm Foundation isn’t just a job—it’s a lifestyle rooted in care, compassion, and community. Here’s what we offer:
Starting pay: $18–$? /hour, depending on experience
Full-time benefits, Paid time off, Health and dental insurance, 403b with employer contributions based on market performance after 2 years
On-site housing available for the right candidate
Access to our beautiful, walkable property + fenced-in yards and off-site lake access for rest, recharge, or bringing your (leashed!) dog
We believe in taking care of the people who care for the dogs.
What You’ll Do:
Feed and care for dogs based on their individual needs
Keep kennels and common areas clean and comfy
Provide exercise and enrichment—walks, playtime, yard runs, even car rides!
Administer medications as directed by our medical team
Watch for behavioral or medical changes and report what you see
Pitch in with grooming, laundry, and dog baths
Help keep detailed care records
Be a kind, respectful teammate and a great rep of our mission
Occasionally help with customer service or transport
You’ll Fit Right In If You:
Are reliable, calm, and detail-oriented
Are emotionally intelligent and compassionate toward dogs and people
Can work solo and with a team
Can safely handle large dogs and lift 50lb’s
Have a valid driver’s license
Don’t mind weekend and Holiday shifts
Share our values around treating dogs as individuals, avoiding labels, and using positive language
Dog experience is preferred, but we’re happy to train the right person.
There are also opportunities to grow into areas like enrichment, training, or public engagement.
Sound like your kind of place? Send us your resume or just drop us a note to get started.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.18 – $19.74 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
10 hour shift
4 hour shift
8 hour shift
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Amenia, NY 12501 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Amenia, NY 12501: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Animal Care Team Member
Company: Animal Farm Foundation
Location: Amenia, NY
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