We're currently seeking cat sitters to join our fast growing team at Downtown Cat Sitting!

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Looking for a job where you can combine reliability, professionalism, and a love for furry friends? Do you thrive in an independent work environment but also enjoy a good cuddle with a cat? If you're a cat sitter in Brooklyn, Manhattan or Long Island City and have a passion for pets, keep reading!

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We're a growing company specializing in in-home cat sitting, and we're on the lookout for dependable cat sitters to join our team. Check out our client reviews and learn more about what we do!

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Here's the scoop:

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Our cat sitters make 30+ minute visits to our clients' homes once or twice a day while they're away. Duties include feeding, watering, providing enrichment and attention, administering medication if needed, maintaining cleanliness, handling basic household tasks like bringing in the mail, and keeping clients updated.

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We need sitters who can handle any unexpected situations with a cool head and keep us in the loop on scheduling and any issues that arise. This job is hands-on, sometimes messy, but always rewarding!

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Workload varies, with some weeks being full-time hours and others slower, averaging around 20 hours per week. As an independent contractor, you'll be compensated based on the number of visits completed each week.

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If you're ready to turn your love for cats into a fulfilling gig, we want to hear from you!

 

Opportunities are in the following locations:

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• Downtown Brooklyn - Brooklyn

• Lower Manhattan and Midtown - Manhattan

• Long Island City - Queens

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Our perks:

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•  Create your own schedule

• Competitive pay

• Reduce travel time between visits

  

Our perfect match:

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• Exhibits unwavering reliability and punctuality

• Thrives in a self-directed, multitasking environment

• Is exceptionally organized and detail-oriented

• Maintains a flexible schedule, encompassing both weekdays and weekends, mornings and evenings

• Commits to being available for all major holidays

• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills

• Possesses a smartphone for effective communication and scheduling

• Successfully passes reference and background checks

• Brings experience in handling and administering medication to animals, coupled with a deep understanding of pets' needs, including comforting scared or timid animals

• Maintains professionalism and upholds confidentiality at all times

• Remains calm and decisive in emergency situations

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Join us now! To get started, send us an email at info@downtowncatsitting.com

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• Your resume

• Two professional references

• A cover letter detailing your interest in working as a cat sitter

• Specify the neighborhood and borough you'll be commuting from

• Indicate your mode of transportation (subway, bike, car)

• Mention if you're certified in pet CPR or first aid

• Note any experience you have in giving pills or administering subcutaneous fluids to animals

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