Osawatomie Barn Staff

📍 Osawatomie, KS

Are you passionate about animal care and ready for a hands-on, active role where you can make a difference every single day? Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary is looking for dedicated Barn Staff to join our team. This is a very physical, highly interactive position—perfect for someone who loves working with animals and doesn’t mind getting their hands (and heart) involved.

What You’ll Do

✅ Provide daily care for 18+ dogs, including feeding, watering, and administering medications (heartworm & flea / tick prevention).

✅ Walk and exercise dogs continuously throughout your shift.

✅ Clean and disinfect kennels, floors, furniture, bowls, and bedding to maintain a safe, sanitary environment.

✅ Pick up waste, handle laundry, and keep supplies organized and restocked.

✅ Give dogs love and socialization to help them thrive emotionally.

✅ Assist with events at the barn as needed.

✅ Take and share photos / videos to help promote adoptable dogs.

✅ Accept and organize deliveries; help build / assemble kennels and other barn supplies.

✅ Assist the Maintenance Lead as needed (mowing, shoveling snow, etc.).

What We’re Looking For

• Animal care experience required – Must be comfortable working around multiple dogs, including reactive ones.
• Physical stamina – Able to lift 50 lbs and stay on your feet for 8+ hours.
• Reliable & responsible – Consistency is key for the animals’ care.
• Great communication & social media skills – Ability to take quality photos / videos for adoption promotion.
• 18+ years old

Schedule & Commitment

• Must be willing to commit to a set schedule for consistency in animal care.
• Must be willing to work holidays, nights and weekends.

Why Join Us?

This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference in the lives of rescue dogs every single day. If you’re hardworking, animal-loving, and ready to spend your days caring for some of the most grateful pups you’ll ever meet, we’d love to welcome you to the Always & Furever family.

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time

Salary : $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits :

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Schedule :

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Weekends

Experience :

• Animal handling : 1 year (Required)

Work Location : In person