Dog Daycare Counselor

Morris Animal Inn is a family-owned, award-winning pet resort with multiple locations in North New Jersey! We specialize in providing top-tier pet lodging, grooming, training, and daycare services. Honored as a NJ Family Business of the Year and recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in NJ, we are a team deeply passionate about the care we provide for dogs and cats.

We are now hiring Part-Time Dog Daycare Counselors at our Montville facility. This is a year-round position — not a seasonal role. If you are looking for summer-only or have limited weekday availability, please visit our Careers page at morrisanimalinn.com/about-us/careers and check out our Seasonal Pet Care Specialist opening.

Schedule: This is a year-round, part-time position averaging 25–29 hours per week. Shift lengths are determined by business needs and operational scheduling. Candidates must be available to start shifts between 6:30 AM and 1:00 PM. Some weekend and holiday availability is also required.

Pay: Starting rate is $16.00-$17.00/hour based on prior professional pet care experience.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supervise and engage in playful group and individual activities for dogs of various breeds and sizes.
• Monitor dog behavior to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment.
• Assist in crafting unique dog enrichment plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in all pet and work areas.
• Provide daily updates to pet parents, fostering strong relationships.
• Collaborate with our amazing teams, all dedicated to expert pet care.

Morris Animal Inn is proud to offer

• Comprehensive hands-on training
• Potential to transition to a full-time position with comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K with company match) based on performance and business needs
• Career growth opportunities with a transparent advancement structure
• Education Assistance Program to support professional development in pet care and dog training
• Employee discounts on dog daycare and other services
• A unique and innovative Rewards and Recognition program that celebrates staff contributions

What We're Looking For:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must love and be able to confidently handle dogs of all breeds and sizes; from the teacup type to the 'are you sure that's not a horse?' and everything in between
• A basic understanding of dog behavior and body language
• Prior experience in dog daycare or boarding facility (preferred, but not required)
• Ability to read and write in English (for documentation, communication, and safety procedures)
• Ability to walk/stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Availability for weekend and holiday shifts (essential as we care for dogs 365 days a year!).

Ready to join our team? Apply today! At Morris Animal Inn, our people make the difference. We're proud to foster a team that shares our passion for compassionate, professional pet care. To learn more and view all current openings, visit our Careers Page at https://www.morrisanimalinn.com/about-us/careers/