Foster Coordinator

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Summary: Foster Coordinators (FC) are responsible for approving and setting up new foster and foster to adopt homes throughout MN. They will process incoming foster applications in a timely manner and connect them with the applicable Foster Manager or Foster to Adopt Coordinator once training is complete. This will include daily emails and follow up phone calls.

The FC will ensure that the new foster has completed all steps of the training and acknowledged all forms needed. The FC will also make sure the new foster has all the information on fostering and knows who to go to with questions. The FC works closely with the other Foster Coordinators to approve the foster applications and work together as a team.

Time Commitment: Anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hour per week is expected to be average. The expectation is to work a minimum of two new foster applications per week, or as needed.

Location: Remote

Reports to: Adoption Manager

Responsibilities:

• Process new foster applications
• Connect with the foster to go over any questions they may have
• Send welcome email and connect new foster with their Foster Manager
• Make sure all steps are completed during the approval process

Qualifications:

• Must be 18+
• Reliable access to the internet
• Proficiency using Gmail and Google Drive preferred
• Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision and direction at times
• Familiarity with animals, knowledge of animal behavior, and experience working with animal welfare programs is preferred
• Ability to show compassion and empathize with the foster families
• Ability to handle stressful or awkward situations that may arise with new fosters
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast paced environment under sometimes tight deadlines