The Asheville Humane Society (AHS) is currently seeking applicants for the full-time position of Adoption Counselor.
The Adoption Counselor works with potential adopters to find available animals a suitable home as well as completing and processing the necessary paperwork for adoptions. The Adoption Counselor will provide prescribed behavioral and medical protocols to assigned animals as well as work collaboratively with other staff to ensure a high quality of care to animals housed at the Adoption Center.
The work schedule is Tuesday through Saturday from 9:30 am–6:30 pm. This position involves working outside with exposure to extreme temperatures, as well as rain, standing for long periods and exposure to loud noises.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides information to general publc and counseling adopters regarding open adoption policies and available animals in Adoption Center
- Completes and process the necessary adoption paperwork
- Processes associated retail transactions as necessary
- Maintains a working knowledge of all animals in the Adoption Center
- Demonstrate proper animal handling and care
- Carry out various aspects of animal care including cleaning, feeding, watering and walking as needed
- Report and document animal temperament and medical/health concerns
- Administer medications to animals in adoption center
- Carry out all behavior protocols as assigned by the Behavior Supervisor
- Responsible for following AHS’s protocols involving the movement of animals
- Responsible for ensuring that the Adoption Center is presentable, tidy, and organized in both public and staff areas
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Basic computer knowledge
- Previous experience working with animals preferred
- Ability to apply proper animal handling skills and knowledge of individual animal temperament
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and communication skills
- Ability to work with volunteers and co-workers in a professional manner
Source: Indeed.com
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