Animal care supervisor job description

Sunrise Senior Living was again named as one of the Best Workplaces in Aging Services™ by Fortune and certified as a Great Place to Work by Activated Insights. This is the 5th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.

2022-176463

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JOB OVERVIEW

"Sunrise is the best place that I've ever worked, simply because of the people. We provide quality care in an environment that feels like home. Our focus is doing what's right for the resident. For me, that's a big breath of fresh air."- Sunrise Leader

At Sunrise, our Reminiscence Supervisor is responsible for providing leadership support of the reminiscence neighborhood. The Reminiscence Supervisor is a hands-on leader in the day to day operations directly supervising and assisting the reminiscence team, championing the designated care manager concept and providing resident care and services.

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Responsibilities:- Assisting in the recruiting, selection and training of team members as well as staffing and scheduling- Promoting excellence in resident care and programming- Assists with the outreach to families with an understanding of the evolving information on Alzheimer's disease- Assisting the community in maintaining high quality standards throughout the community

Qualifications:- One (1) year experience preferred in assisted living, home health, long term care or hospital industries and experience with memory impaired senior population- Supervisory/management experience preferred which may include supervising and responsibility of shift/daily operations- College degree and management experience with dementia care may be required per state requirements- Ability to handle multiple priorities- Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication and the ability to facilitate small group presentations- Competent in organizational, time management skills- Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills- Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications

Sunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment with Sunrise are conditioned on completing and passing a background and drug test, participating in mandatory vaccine programs (e.g., Covid-19), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Covid-19, TB) and using designated PPE when required.

Sunrise Senior Living offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. Team members may also be eligible to receive a bonus based on their position. Some leadership roles are eligible to receive annual bonuses. All team members have the potential to receive spot bonuses and other incentive awards.

ABOUT SUNRISE

Sunrise Senior Living has championed quality of life in senior care for more than 30 years. We believe team members are our greatest resource and are looking for people who share our commitment to provide quality care for seniors and their families. It's no surprise that many of the world's leading experts in Senior Living entrust their career to Sunrise.

At Sunrise, you will…Make a Difference Every DayWe are passionate about our mission - to champion quality of life for all seniors. We deliver high-quality care with a personal touch and encourage our residents to enjoy life to the fullest.

Be Part of a Uniquely Supportive CommunityThe care-focused environment we create for residents extends to our team members. We offer programs, rewards, and benefits to help you live your best.

Ignite Your PotentialWe believe potential has no limits. We offer best-in-class leadership development programs designed to grow our leaders. We are committed to helping our team members achieve their career goals.

Sunrise Senior Living was again named as one of the Best Workplaces in Aging Services™ by Fortune and certified as a Great Place to Work by Activated Insights. This is the 5th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.

Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

+ Have a strong interest in animal welfare and possess a high level of knowledge of our companion animal and aquatic care.

+ Ensure that all companion animals and aquatic life in the PCC are receiving appropriate care. This includes ensuring that all companion animal and aquatic life maintenance, companion animal incident reports and hourly animal health checks are completed as required.
+ Process register transactions in a way that creates a great experience for each guest.

+ Be proficient within our selling model and support guest interactions as needed.

+ Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to create a great presentation for our guests.

+ Complete and apply training programs to maintain a high level of expertise of their role and educate other PCC partners in animal care and maintenance.

+ Promote a positive culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration.

+ Adhere to established operational guidelines, policies, and procedures.

+ Evaluate guest inquiries and refers to the Leader on Duty as needed.

+ Act as primary resource for guests and other PCC partners regarding all animal education and care.

+ Efficiently orders companion animals and aquatic life, supplies and merchandise in partnership with the sales team to maximize sales, margin, and inventory.

+ Analyzes department inventory management data and recommends areas for improvement.

+ Perform routine housekeeping tasks as required to maintain the professional image and appearance of the companion animal habitat and aquatic areas, to include sweeping/mopping the floors, dusting, cleaning the tanks, facing the merchandise on the shelves, etc.

+ Ensures the proper handling and documentation for all relinquished and adoption animals.

+ Verifies animal related maintenance tasks are being completed as outlined on the Maintenance Schedules.

+ Participates in the completion of all animal and aquatic life related physical inventory counts.

+ Adheres to and promotes established safety and loss prevention procedures.

+ Performs additional duties and projects as required or assigned with or without regular supervision.

Other Essential Duties

+ UTILIZE SELLING BEHAVIORS. You're the key to providing an amazing guest experience within our Pet Care Center locations. Utilizing the behaviors within our Sales Model is critical to being able to identify and solve for their needs both today and in the future.

+ CONTRIBUTE TO A SAFE ENVIRONMENT . You'll be empowered through our training programs to maintain our safety protocols. Bottom line, the safety of partners, guests and pets is our #1 priority.

+ BE A PART OF A COLLABORATIVE CULTURE. Being a great teammate is key to creating a culture that is centered around solving for the health and wellness needs of pets.

+ ENGAGE IN YOUR CAREER: As you develop your skills and knowledge, you will have the opportunity to participate in developmental programs to support your continued growth throughout your career.

Basic Qualifications

Minimum of one year of experience working with and/or caring for companion animals and aquatic aquatic life is required for this position. Qualified applicants will possess a high level of knowledge of companion animals and aquatic life and an aptitude for sales techniques. In addition to having a professional appearance and demeanor, applicants must also demonstrate a keen and genuine interest in animals and their care. Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills are necessary due to the nature of interaction with the public and other partners and leaders within the PCC as well as external veterinary partners.

Certification

Completing and maintaining of the Petco Animal Care Certification program is required in this role.

Education/Skills

In addition to a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED), an applicant must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the areas of mathematics and basic accounting relationships and exhibit exceptional communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibility

+ Ensures partners are providing quick and courteous service to all guests throughout the Pet Care Center.

+ Ensures high merchandising standards are maintained throughout the Pet Care Center.

+ Ensures that the Pet Care Center is opened and / or closed in accordance with established P&Ps as it applies to SFS operations.

+ In partnership with the Pet Care Center leaders, ensure proper Pet Care Center attendance processes are being maintained.

+ Adhere to and promote established safety procedures for partners, guests, and pets.

Work Environment

The majority of job duties are conducted indoors, although guest carryouts and veterinary visits will require that a partner leave the PCC briefly. Because this position requires bending, kneeling, moving merchandise (up to 50 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time, there may be risk of injury resulting from not following procedures. Ability and willingness to a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends to meet PCC needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Petco Health & Wellness, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Are you passionate about animals and conservation? ZooTampa is now hiring a full time (Animal Care Supervisor for Life Support Systems and Aquatics.

* Are you the kind of person who is passionate about rescuing, rehabilitating and caring for animals?
* Do you care about creating exceptional, personal experiences with co-workers and guest?
* Do you want to work in a fun and immersive environment where your contribution impacts the mission of the organization?

If so, apply today we will be interviewing for this critical position soon.

Position Summary

Responsible for supervising the daily functions and husbandry of animals in the aquatic collection,

the acquisition, transport, and care of aquatic specimens, maintenance of life support systems, and maintaining proper water quality. Works closely with Animal Department management to carry out the functions and duties of the Animal Department. Responsible for ensuring Association of Zoo & Aquariums (AZA) accreditation as it relates to functional areas of responsibility.

Who We Are

ZooTampa at Lowry Park is one of the most popular zoos in the southeastern U.S., with over 1 million visitors annually. We have grown to what now encompasses 56 acres of naturalistic wildlife habitats in a lush, tropical garden setting with wide-ranging activities. The Zoo, accredited by Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), offers popular educational programming, fun recreational amenities, up-close animal encounters and engaging seasonal events for which it has won awards as one of the country's most family-friendly zoos.

Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and care for animals; create exceptional personalized experiences that connect people with wildlife and each other in fun, immersive ways.

Our vision is that everyone we touch is motivated to join us in taking action to protect and preserve wildlife.

Join us and become a part of creating unforgettable natural connections!

Your day to day

Essential Functions (including but not limited to)

* Supervises assignments related to the daily care of the collection for a variety of aquatic animals and LSS systems around the Zoo.
* Responsible for proper and safe use and maintenance of all equipment and tools. Secures and monitors equipment and tools to ensure that only trained or certified employees have access for use. Maintains safe equipment use and ensures proper PPE use within the department. Instills the importance of safe use of equipment to and tools to subordinates on a daily basis.
* Under the direction of the Curator, assists with mentoring, training, scheduling, safety, development and performance management of subordinates. Reports general human resource needs of subordinates to management prior to taking action.
* Establishes and maintains efficient work routines in all areas of responsibility that meet or exceed industry standards and regulatory agency requirements.
* Inspects assigned areas of responsibility daily at beginning and end of shift and reports animal illnesses, abnormal behavior and unsafe conditions promptly to appropriate Animal Department staff (including the staff Veterinarian).
* Submits daily keeper reports and takes charge of the Animal Department operations as required in absence and upon the request of the Animal Department management.
* Keeps detailed, accurate records of all animals within assigned areas. Generates written and verbal reports as needed. Under the direction of the Directors, Curators, and/or Associate Curators, writes articles for publication.
* Works with Animal Department management to support successful selective breeding of animal collection.
* Assists in exhibit planning, construction and supervision of construction relating to assigned areas of concern.
* Inspects Zoo grounds and animal housing facilities daily for cleanliness and safety and checks animal habitats and enclosures for security and other conditions.
* Assists in relocating animals as instructed; patrols Zoo areas to enforce Zoo rules and regulations; stops mistreatment of animals and destruction of Zoo property; and answers questions of Zoo visitors in a courteous and pleasant manner.
* Checks animals showing signs of illness, peculiarities in appearance, gait or motion and reports to Directors, Curators, and/or Associate Curators for action; administers prescribed dosages of vitamins and medications when necessary; performs minor first aid and assists Vet Technician, Director, Curator, Associate Curator and/or Veterinarian in treating Zoo animals; moves, loads and unloads animals as required; drives vehicles to pick-up and deliver supplies and animals.
* Conducts guided tours as required.
* Actively seek opportunities to participate in guest engagement through interaction with guests during both formal and informal discussions, during events, and as otherwise assigned
* Respond to and assist manager in guiding the resolution of emergency situations (e.g., Code 1, 2, 3) within the Zoo.
* Guide subordinate co-workers on advanced procedures.
* Observe safety policies and procedures in regard to the use of Zoo equipment, materials, chemicals and vehicles.
* Act as point person during manager's absence.
* Coordinate activities between departments (photo shoots, etc.).
* Train staff as directed by supervisor.
* Requires demonstrated willingness and ability to perform additional responsibilities or assigned roles in designated area(s) or in support of the Zoo as whole.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

What are we looking for?

Qualifications and Experience

* A Bachelor or Associate degree in biology, vertebrate zoology, the natural science or related field or equivalent specialized training is required
* A minimum of five years of working experience in an AZA accredited zoological setting preferred.
* Working knowledge of the behaviors, diets, breeding habits and custodial care of a variety of native, exotic and domestic animals.
* Understanding of how animal behavior shapes management and health plans for a variety of aquatic species. Ability to appropriately apply animal training through the use of operant and classical conditioning.
* Working knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions.
* Working knowledge of specific animals' custodial and feeding requirements and regulatory and industry standards of care.
* Working knowledge of minor maintenance skills.
* Employee must be able to effectively interact with all audiences.
* Skills in team building and personnel management, emphasizing leadership.
* SCUBA Certified required.
* AALSO LSS level 2 preferred.
* AALSO Water Quality level 1 preferred
* Knowledge of Word Processing software and Spreadsheet software.
* Must have good written and oral communication skills and ability to effectively participate in guest engagement activities.
* Must be self-motivated and goal oriented.
* Must be able to maintain discretion with confidential information.
* Thorough knowledge of zoonotic diseases and prevention.
* Advanced knowledge of husbandry requirements.
* Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with members of all departments and to work effectively alone and in group setting.
* Ability to complete projects in a reasonable time frame to the satisfaction of management.
* Deal courteously and tactfully with employees, peers, superiors and the general public even under difficult circumstances.
* Must be flexible and have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude with the public, peers and management.
* Capacity to anticipate, think ahead and plan.
* Capacity to change: ability to identify and correct operational problems quickly.
* Must be able to think logically and solve problems with minimal guidance.

Other Requirements

* Conducts all activities in alignment with AZA standards and guidelines, all relevant laws and regulations, safety standards and standards that ensure animal welfare.
* Ability to work in extreme weather conditions typical to west central Florida (i.e., heat, rain, or cold).
* Possess visual, hearing and other sensory and cognitive capacity appropriate for animal care and general safety practices.
* Ability to use radio, telephone and computer to communicate and follow written and verbal instructions.
* Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, bending, standing, and walking, and to engage in physical labor (raking, sweeping, shoveling).
* Must have ability to navigate paved as well as rough terrain on foot and by vehicle.
* Must be able to safely and effectively engage in heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds).
* Ability to work long hours and varying shifts, including nights and weekend, to support special events and the needs of the collection.

Our Perks at ZooTampa

* Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life Insurance, 403(b) Pension Plan
* Vacation and sick time
* Employee Assistance Program
* Tuition Forgiveness
* Free gym membership
* Free admission to the Zoo, MOSI, and the Florida Aquarium
* Free or discounted admission to many attractions in Florida
* Discounted auto insurance
* And so much more!

Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace