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Foster Program Assistant
Location:
New York, NY
Description:
Bideawee was founded upon the principle that every homeless animal should have a place where they are welcome, and that sense of compassion, dedication, and justice remain at the core of who we are and what we do. We believe that a company is only as great as those who embody its mission, and we are committed to the growth, success, and well-being of our staff and community. Join an organization that has been making the world a better place for pets and the people who love them since 1903! Position Purpose This role will assist the Foster Care Manager with tasks related to coordinating, managing, and expediting the shelters Foster Program. Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks The following is a list of essential job requirements. This list may be revised at any time and additional duties not listed here may be assigned as needed. Job Functions and Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Communicating with the Foster Manager about animals who are eligible for foster placement or are currently in foster care Posting animals eligible for foster placement to the shelters foster community and recruiting fosters as needed Communicating with foster care providers about animals in their care, including medication and treatment reminders, appointment reminders, check-ins on the animal(s), and any needed refills on food/supplies Using the shelters animal inventory software to enter information on foster animals including foster profiles, photos, and bios Having a working knowledge of commonly-asked questions and answers about the Foster Program Assisting with onboarding process for new foster care volunteers including new volunteer paperwork, inputting new fosters into the system, and distributing foster caregiver resources Gathering supplies needed by foster families for their foster animals, and organizing the foster supply room and station on a regular basis Generate weekly foster statistics to provide to Foster Manager Other duties provided by Foster Care Manager. Requirements Must have the ability to interact with staff, visitors, and volunteers in a courteous manner and be able to stay focused and polite even in stressful situations. Must have the ability to follow directions with minimal supervision, and to communicate well in a fast-paced environment. Must have data entry skills and a willingness to learn and properly utilize the shelters animal inventory software. Must be available to work one weekend day per week, ideally a Sunday-Tuesday schedule (Tuesday is flexible with another weekday). Preferences Previous experience as a foster, volunteer, or rescue coordinator in an animal shelter or rescue Demonstrated experience working with volunteers in a community-service based field such as education, parks, social work, animal welfare or a related field Demonstrated experience handling cats and/or dogs in a high stress environment Knowledge of best practices in lifesaving, progressive animal welfare Fear Free Shelters Certification a plus Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Bideawee is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We continuously strive to place our employees at the center of our thinking and elevate inclusive practices to develop and support a more engaged and productive workforce. Equal Opportunity Bideawee is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving the goal of equal employment opportunity for all. Applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions without regard to mental or physical disability, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship status, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, employment status or any protected federal, state, or local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.Bideawee is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving the goal of equal employment opportunity for all. Applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions without regard to mental or physical disability, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship status, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, employment status or any protected federal, state, or local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
Company:
Bideawee
Posted:
June 22 on PrismHR Hiring
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