Foster Pet Program Assistant [Outreach]

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Please note: You do not have to be in direct contact with the pets. You are advocating for them.

A Foster Pet Program Assistant is a key person in the process of helping a victim get out of their situation. 40% of domestic violence victims are unable to escape their abusers because they are concerned about what will happen to their pets when they leave. A Foster Pet Program Assistant helps spread the word about this very issue, therefore allowing us to find more short-term foster homes. From marketing, fundraising activities, pet transfer to liaison between the foster family and victim, the assistant insures a smooth process for all parties.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Preparing material for prevention seminars, outreach programs and marketing via social media
• Accompanying and assisting the program coordinator to events
• Assisting with the recruiting and training of new foster pet families
• Insuring the completion of forms by the victim (victim and pet information, intake/assessment forms, agreement, releases of liability form, etc.)
• Screening and selecting foster pet families, insuring the completion of written contract by the foster family
• Monitoring the pet status throughout its stay on a weekly basis
• Serving as a liaison, providing follow-up between victims and foster families; updating the victim about their pet on a weekly basis
• Coordinating the transfer of pets
• Marketing the program to shelters, veterinarians, community donors, etc.
• Distributing marketing material throughout the community
• Organizing fundraisers to help with vet bills, food and supplies
• Picking up pet supplies from donors
• Maintaining building security by insuring that all doors stay locked at all times. Volunteers will never be alone in the building.
• Supporting other staff and volunteers as needed
• Maintaining cleanliness and care of the Center’s offices
• Supporting other areas whenever possible.

Skills:

• Creativity
• Excellent organization skills
• Detailed-oriented
• Ability to understand and follow protocols
• Public speaking skills
• Sales
• Marketing
• Customer service
• Ability to lift 50 lbs (picking up pet supplies such as dog food - once every other month)
• Positive attitude with callers, clients, staff and volunteers
• Ability to work both independently and as a team
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Awareness and adherence to confidentiality and boundaries
• Punctuality and dependability
• Proactivity

Required Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft suite including Word, Power Point and Excel
• Excellent typing skills
• Commitment to non-violent and cooperative work environment
• Commitment to providing quality and equitable services to all clients regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, religion, age or sexual orientation
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Ability to do online research

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

• Fluency in Spanish
• Knowledge of pet laws and licensing in our community