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Weekend Animal Communicator Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

FEFA LLC

Animal Facility Specialist I

Bethesda, MD

$29 - $31/hr

The weekend/holiday hours are from 7:00am-11:00am. Managers are expected to be thoroughly familiar ... Communicate with customers in an effective and professional manner. * Schedule staff for daily ...

FEFA LLC

Animal Facility Specialist I

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$29 - $31/hr

The weekend/holiday hours are from 7:00am-11:00am. Managers are expected to be thoroughly familiar ... Communicate with customers in an effective and professional manner. * Schedule staff for daily ...

Integrated Resources

Animal Technician

Rockville, MD · On-site

... good communication and interpersonal skills with employees, management and clients (where ... weekend work is required Qualifications • BA/VS in scientific discipline with 0-2 years ...

Passionately Pets

Animal Care Specialist

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Passionately Pets is seeking an animal care specialist in Shirlington (22206) for pet sitting and ... Communicate with management Schedule * Weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed * Visits ...

Passionately Pets

Animal Care Specialist

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$28/hr

Passionately Pets is seeking an animal care specialist in Shirlington (22206) for pet sitting and ... Communicate with management Schedule * Weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed * Visits ...

FEFA, LLC

Animal Facility Specialist I

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$29 - $31/hr

The weekend/holiday hours are from 7:00am-11:00am. Managers are expected to be thoroughly familiar ... Communicate with customers in an effective and professional manner. * Schedule staff for daily ...

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What is a weekend animal communicator?

Weekend Animal Communicators are professionals who use intuitive or telepathic methods to communicate with animals, typically offering their services on weekends. They aim to understand and convey messages between animals and their human companions, helping to address behavioral issues, emotional concerns, or simply to deepen the bond between pet and owner. These communicators may work in person, over the phone, or remotely, and are often sought after for pet consultations, especially when traditional methods have not resolved an issue. Weekend availability makes their services accessible to clients who are unavailable during the workweek.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend animal communicator?

To thrive as a Weekend Animal Communicator, you generally need a background in animal behavior, strong intuitive or observational skills, and often experience with pets or animal care. Familiarity with communication tools like animal behavior assessment software, and in some cases, certification in animal communication or animal Reiki, may be beneficial. Excellent interpersonal skills, patience, and sensitivity help build trust with both animals and their owners. These skills are vital to accurately interpret animal behaviors, provide meaningful insights, and foster positive relationships between pets and humans.

How do weekend animal communicators typically collaborate with veterinarians or pet owners during their sessions?

Weekend Animal Communicators often work closely with pet owners to understand their concerns and observations before and after each session. While direct collaboration with veterinarians is less common, communicators may share insights or suggestions that could complement a pet's overall care, provided they remain within ethical and legal boundaries. It's important for communicators to establish clear communication and manage expectations, emphasizing that their work supports but does not replace veterinary care. Building trust and providing thoughtful feedback are key aspects of successful collaboration in this role.

What is the difference between Weekend Animal Communicator vs Pet Psychic?

AspectWeekend Animal CommunicatorPet Psychic
CredentialsOften certifications in animal communication or related fieldsTypically no formal certification, but some may have intuitive or psychic training
Work EnvironmentPart-time, flexible settings, often client homes or onlinePrivate sessions, online or in-person, focusing on psychic insights
Industry UsageUsed by pet owners seeking to understand their animals' needsUsed by clients seeking psychic connections with their pets

While both roles involve communicating with animals, Weekend Animal Communicators focus on interpreting animals' thoughts and feelings through communication skills, often with certifications. Pet Psychics rely more on intuitive or psychic abilities to connect with animals. Both serve pet owners but differ in approach and credentials.

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Animal Care Technician - Full Time

Animal Welfare League of Alexandria

Alexandria, VA • On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
DEPARTMENT: Animal Care
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY: Do you love animals? Do you have a drive to ensure that all animals have the care and respect they deserve? If the answer is yes, then we have a dynamic entry level position that may be right for you. This position is responsible for the daily cleaning, feeding, and enrichment of the animals in our shelter. Additionally, this position is asked to assist in the handling of animals for medical procedures and to provide assistance in showing animals to potential adopters. This is a chance to make a real difference in the lives of animals and gain experience in humane animal handling and care. Weekend work will be required; Saturday or Sunday availability is required.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB INCLUDE:
Animal Care:
  1. Ensure that all animal areas are clean, sanitary and comfortable
  2. Clean animal enclosures every morning
  3. Feed, water, groom, and medicate animals on a daily basis, while monitoring the physical condition and behavior of each animal
  4. Provide affection and socialization to all animals on a regular basis, including walking dogs as needed
  5. Examine and vaccinate animals entering the shelter
  6. Accurately evaluate the medical status of an animal to determine whether it is stable and can remain in the shelter
  7. Administer emergency first aid to sick or injured animals
  8. Humanely euthanize animals when necessary
  9. Participate in dog playgroups as needed
  10. Assist in keeping the office areas where animals are housed neat and clean
  11. Communicate regularly with supervisors and coworkers to ensure that they are aware of any issues pertinent to their areas of responsibility
  12. Participate in staff meetings to share ideas and suggestions for improving animal care and the quality of the organization as a whole

Administrative:
  1. Ensure that paperwork and records are maintained accurately and that database information is updated
  2. Learn and use the descriptive identification used by AWLA, and develop a current working knowledge of all American Kennel Club (AKC) recognized breeds and other commonly seen dog breeds, as well as commonly seen cat breeds
  3. Develop a basic working knowledge of the AWLA's procedures, guidelines, and protocols for the safe handling of animals
  4. Legal and statistical reporting procedures, and veterinary protocols
  5. Federal and Commonwealth of Virginia substance regulations, and Commonwealth of Virginia and municipal animal regulations
  6. Understand and comprehend AWLA's Animal Care Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  7. Assist on an as needed basis with AWLA inventory and report necessary product orders
  8. Perform intake exams of stray, injured and owner-relinquished animals
  9. Accurately complete all animal intake paperwork
  10. Maintain accurate animal intake information in database
  11. Retrieve general voicemail messages and respond to calls and/or forward them to the appropriate department

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:
  1. 6 months of experience in working in an animal kennel environment.
  2. High school diploma or equivalent
  3. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy workplace environment
  4. Ability to accurately perform basic mathematical calculation
  5. Understanding of humane care and treatment of animals
  6. Ability to obtain certification as a euthanasia technician within the first twelve months of employment
  7. Valid Driver's License
  8. Fluent in English
  9. Previous experience working in animals sheltering.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
  1. Indoors in a high noise, air-conditioned/heated building, outdoors at shelter in various weather conditions, or on-location for various activities
  2. Equipment use:

Includes use of PC, laser printer, copy machine, fax machine, telephone, power washer, industrial dish washing machine, laundry machine, dryer, and cleaning supplies
  1. Work hours:
  2. Work hours will vary
  3. Early morning, evening, weekend and holiday hours will be required

MENTAL, PHYSICAL AND COMMUNCATION DEMANDS:
  1. Regular exposure to animals, cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal feces, bites, scratches
  2. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
  3. The employee must frequently bend, grip and be flexible to do so
  4. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
  5. Ability to work around pet dander, dust and other allergens without issue
  6. Regularly required to stand and walk
  7. Strong data entry skills and the ability to maintain accurate records in a database, currently Chameleon
  8. Requires working alone or with minimal supervision - must be self-motivated
  9. Requires patience and tact when working with difficult, emotional, or angry people
  10. Must have the ability to effectively communicate; verbally and written, over the phone and intercom, with a wide variety of both internal and external individuals, including the Directors, Managers, Coordinators, the staff, a volunteer workforce, partner organizations, and private citizens
  11. Requires treating people and animals in a pleasant, courteous and professional manner
  12. Adherence to AWLA's policies and philosophies
  13. Must be willing to receive Rabies vaccine and/or titers test upon request

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship.
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.

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