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Animal Caretaker 

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Help us provide a safe, clean, and loving environment for our animals. Clean kennels, provide enrichment, administer medications, let dogs outside, basic cleaning, and assist our animal care team in providing excellent care. Experience in animal care and handling required.

 

Full Job Description: 

The person we are looking for has to be a self-starter who is capable of working in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable with dogs and cats of all sizes. An Animal Caretaker is responsible for cleaning dog/cat kennels, letting dogs out to potty, feeding and giving medications, cleaning up behind the dogs outside, and general housekeeping chores such as dishes and laundry as needed. We need someone who is responsible, caring, dependable, and a team player who is able to work independently.

This is a permanent year-round position so people who are able to work long-term and have a flexible schedule will get first consideration.

Job Type: Part or Full Time

Pay: $13.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

• Flexible schedule

• Opportunities for advancement

• Paid training

• Uniform allowance

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Shift:

• 4 hour shift

• 8 hour shift

• Day shift

• Evening shift

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Work Days:

• Holidays

• Monday to Friday

• Weekends as needed

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Work Location: In person

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Adoption Coordinator

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Shelter From The Storm Rescue is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Customer Service Specialist, Adoption Coordinator. The primary responsibilities of this role include facilitating the adoption process, providing care and enrichment for shelter animals, and ensuring the welfare and safety of all animals under our care.

Key Responsibilities Include -  

Adoption Counseling:
 

• Conduct adoption interviews and assess potential adopters to ensure compatibility with shelter animals.

• Provide guidance and education to prospective adopters on responsible pet ownership, including training, behavior, and healthcare needs.

• Facilitate meet-and-greets between potential adopters and shelter animals to promote successful matches.

• Coordinate and attend adoption events.

• Process adoption paperwork and fees accurately and efficiently.

• Provide exceptional customer service to visitors, volunteers, and adopters, answering inquiries and providing information about available animals and adoption procedures.

• Assist with the coordination of adoption events, outreach activities, and community engagement efforts to promote adoption and raise awareness about shelter programs and services.

Animal Care:
 

• The adoption counselor will support the animal care team when needed or assigned.

• Provide care and enrichment for shelter animals, including feeding, grooming, and cleaning kennels or living areas.

• Monitor the health and well-being of animals, identifying and reporting any medical or behavioral concerns to the shelter veterinarian or management.

• Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinary staff.

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of animal housing areas, common areas, and outdoor spaces.
   

Administrative:
 

• Cover front desk

• Provide support to volunteers when the volunteer coordinator is not in the building

• Other administrative tasks as assigned
   

Team Collaboration:
 

• Collaborate effectively with shelter staff, volunteers, and veterinary professionals to ensure the smooth operation of daily activities and the fulfillment of organizational goals.

• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and continuing education opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge related to animal care and welfare.
   

Qualifications:
 

• Previous experience working with animals in a shelter, rescue, veterinary clinic, or related environment is preferred.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and compassionately with diverse individuals and groups.

• Knowledge of animal behavior, basic animal care principles, and pet health and wellness.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.

• Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
  
  Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour 
   

Responsibilities of All Staff:
 

• Promoting a humane and caring attitude toward all animals and treating all animals with respect and compassion at all times.

• Working courteously and cooperatively with colleagues, other organizations, and volunteers.

• Treating clients, co-workers, and others with respect and courtesy.

• Ensuring superior customer service by promptly addressing concerns, demonstrating respect and empathy, and resolving problems promptly.

• Participating in periodic team meetings to discuss goals and plans.

• Helping to ensure that all established procedures and policies are followed within the intended spirit of each.​​