Camp Counselor at Camp Bow Wow Crestwood in St. Louis, MO

amp Bow Wow® Crestwood — Camp CounselorAbout the RoleAs a Camp Counselor, you help create a safe, clean, and joyful daycare experience for dogs, and provide peace of mind for Pet Parents. You’re not just a “dog attendant.” You’re contributing to a team culture of courteous care, continuous improvement, and making dogs happy.At Camp Bow Wow Crestwood, we believe our people are the providers of a cardinal calling. If you thrive in a role where you’re supported, coached, and recognized for your impact, we’d love to meet you.Primary Responsibilities

• Play Yard Monitoring: Supervise dogs in the play yard and stay attentive to behavior and interactions.
• Safety First: Maintain a safe environment by observing dog body language and intervening when needed.
• Cleanliness & Care: Follow a rigorous cleaning schedule to keep the facility fresh, sanitary, and welcoming.
• Dog Care Tasks: Assist with feeding, cabin cleaning, lifting supplies (including heavier items), grooming/bathing, and enrichment.
• Training & Enrichment: Support training and enrichment activities.
• Check-In / Check-Out: Help Pet Parents feel confident and supported during drop-off and pick-up.
• Active and Connected: Constantly on the move, interacting with dogs and team members with an positive, patient attitude.

How We Lead (Servant Leadership Culture)We're building a team that succeeds by leading in a way that supports people.

• Monthly Deep Listening 1:1s: We check in on what you need to feel supported, grow, and succeed in your role.
• Empowerment Zones: We trust trained team members to solve small service-recovery issues on the spot to support Pet Parents and protect your time and focus.
• Compassion Fatigue Support: Dog care is emotionally and physically demanding. We normalize stress conversations and support recovery when the weeks get heavy.

Essential Skills

• Extremely energetic, outgoing, and upbeat with a positive personality
• Able to work fast-paced in a team environment
• Strong customer service mindset
• MUST LOVE DOGS—the noise, the hair, the messes, the love, and the smiles!

Requirements

• Must be 15 years of age or older (with additional Missouri Department of Labor requirements for 15-year-olds)
• Ability to physically move and lift supplies up to 25 lbs.
• Comfortable moving around play yards and interacting with dogs of various heights and weights
• Willing to assume the normal risks of minor cuts/injuries associated with active dog care

Reporting

• Reports to: General Manager

Facility Hours

• Open 7 days/week, including holidays
• Mon–Sat: 6:30am–7:00pm
• Sun & Holidays: 7:00am–10:00am and 3:00pm–7:00pm (split shift)

Availability

• Weekends and holidays required
• Time off may be approved with advance notice and coverage

Growth & Career Quest (We Reward Effort)We don’t believe people should feel stuck. We focus on helping you build skills and see a future.

• Clear growth opportunities based on performance, effort, and training participation
• Support through onboarding, ongoing coaching, and team development

Recognition That SticksAt Camp Bow Wow Crestwood, we provide specific, timely recognition so you know that your work matters.
You’ll hear feedback like: what you did, why it mattered, and how it helped dogs and their Pet Parents.Benefits

• Paid Time Off after 90 days of successful employment for full-time employees
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for full-time employees
• Pet Insurance
• Free daycare for your dogs while you're working (restrictions apply)

Team-First Gratuities

• Employees may earn $1.50–$2.50 extra per hour per paycheck based on client gratuities
• 100% of gratuities go directly to the team

Equal Opportunity EmployerCamp Bow Wow Crestwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Accommodations are available upon request.

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• This job is inherently dangerous. We will train you to be safe in all circumstances, but you will experience scratches and potentially bites from dogs. Is this a level of risk you are comfortable accepting?

Ability to Commute:

• St. Louis, MO 63126 (Required)

Work Location: In person