Reports to: Owner, Stella’s Rescue
Employment Type: Part-Time
Compensation: $15-20 per hour (Based on Experience)

Hours: Subject to change | 7 am - 1 pm (5 days per week) 

 

About Stella’s Rescue

Stella’s Rescue is a small, family-run animal haven in Winston-Salem. A growing operation built with a whole lot of love, muddy boots, and the belief that every animal deserves a safe, happy life. From rescue dogs and cats to our barnyard crew of donkeys, pigs, chickens and more, our home is a lively mix of wagging tails, soft snoots, and the occasional stubborn donkey protest.

We’re looking for someone dependable, hardworking, and genuinely passionate about animals. Someone who doesn’t mind early mornings, muddy pastures, or being greeted by a chorus of hungry faces. If you love animals as much as we do and want to be part of a warm, family-style environment, you’ll fit right in.

 

Position Summary

The Animal & Farm Care Technician supports the daily care of all rescue animals from household pets to barnyard residents. This role includes feeding, cleaning, enrichment, basic grooming, maintaining barns and outdoor areas, and helping keep the rescue running smoothly and safely.

 

Key Responsibilities

(Examples of typical tasks — responsibilities may vary as needed.)

Animal Care

• Feed all rescue dogs, cats, and farm animals; monitor eating habits and general behavior.

• Provide daily enrichment, exercise, and gentle handling to ensure animals feel safe and loved.

• Observe animals for any changes in mood or behavior and report concerns to the owner.

• Clean and sanitize kennels, stalls, runs, and animal areas each day.

• Wash and restock bowls, bedding, towels, and supplies.

• Keep all animal spaces tidy, organized, and well-maintained.
   

Farm & Barn Duties

• Clean and maintain barns, stalls, coops, and outdoor enclosures.

• Assist with pasture checks and daily barnyard walkthroughs.

• Help with general ground upkeep such as picking up debris, clearing pathways, and maintaining equipment.

• Ensure barns, tools, and storage areas remain neat, safe, and organized.
   

Facility Support

• Maintain cleanliness standards across all animal spaces and common areas.

• Help organize supplies and keep inventory stocked.
  Communicate clearly with the owner about daily observations, needs, and animal updates.
   

 

Skills & Qualities We’re Looking For

• A true love for animals, big, small, furry, feathered, or a little muddy.

• Reliability, strong work ethic, and comfort with physical, hands-on tasks.

• Ability to work independently and follow instructions carefully.

• Good communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

• Attention to detail and a sense of urgency when caring for animals.
   

Preferred but not required:

• Experience with animals, farm work, or kennel/barn care.
   

Physical Requirements

This job involves regular lifting, bending, walking, carrying feed, and working in and around barns and outdoor environments.

 

How to Apply

If you love animals and want to help a small rescue grow its mission, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a short note to eddy@stellasrescue.org about why you’d be a great fit to Stella’s Rescue.