RESCUE ALLIANCE

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Animals
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Crisis Support
Disaster Relief
Homeless & Housing

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13342 Crawford RoadGONZALES, LA 70737 United States

Website:

https://www.animalrecovery.org/

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https://www.animalrecovery.org/

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Volunteer Adoption Coordinator

Flexible Schedule | Baton Rouge, LA 70809

Position Summary: Rescue Alliance is seeking a dedicated and organized Volunteer Adoption Coordinator to oversee the care and presentation of adoptable cats at our PetSmart Adoption Centers, manage a small team of volunteers, and help facilitate adoptions. This position plays a key role in ensuring our cats are well cared for, our adoption centers are clean and inviting, and our weekend adoption events run smoothly. Key Responsibilities: Volunteer Oversight & Daily Operations Create and maintain a weekly schedule to ensure kennels and the adoption rooms are cleaned daily (ideally twice/day; minimum once/day). Recruit, train, and support new volunteers to assist with cleaning, socializing, grooming, and restocking supplies. Maintain a current volunteer contact list and reach out weekly to confirm scheduling. Approve and supervise any court-ordered or community service volunteers. Serve as the point of contact for all cleaning and maintenance-related volunteer issues. Adoption Room Monitoring & Animal Care Inspect the adoption rooms and check on cats at least 3 times per week. Ensure cats are: In good health and not overstaying the 21-day limit at the store Properly checked in to AME Listed with a clear photo, correct location, and up-to-date description in Petstablished Housed in kennels labeled with food type and any behavioral notes Verify that the rooms are tidy and that litter boxes, food bowls, and dishes are clean. Ensure supplies (food, litter, cleaning products, etc.) are well stocked. Communicate with Rescue Alliance leadership (Judi or Jonathan) about any needs not provided by PetSmart, such as gloves, scoops, treats, etc. Collect and record any cash adoption fees as needed. Ensure signage is current, clear, and in good condition. Adoption Events Coordination Organize and run one weekly adoption event, preferably on Saturdays. Arrange for cats to be transported to/from the event and ensure set-up (tables, crates, etc.) is completed. Monitor the cats’ stress levels and adjust accordingly to maintain their well-being. Engage with the public-educate them about Rescue Alliance, encourage donations, adoptions, fosters, and social media follows. Process adoptions and collect/log donations at events. Clean up and store all event materials after each event. Qualifications: Passion for animal welfare and strong commitment to Rescue Alliance’s mission Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills Comfort working around cats of varying temperaments Ability to lead, motivate, and communicate clearly with volunteers Must be dependable, proactive, and able to work independently Experience with animal care, customer service, or volunteer coordination is a plus

Date Posted: Jun 5, 2025

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Rescue Alliance is a non-profit organization committed to the well-being of animals in the Greater Baton Rouge and surrounding areas by providing, facilitating, and promoting spay/neuter, adopting or facilitating the adoption of homeless animals, teaching the community responsible companion animal ownership and the humane treatment of animals, and at all times promoting the practice of spay/neuter.

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With the help of volunteers, Rescue Alliance offers a number of services and programs that strive to promote animal welfare within theGreater Baton Rouge and surrounding areas. Humane Education and companion ownership, Louisiana Pet Food Bank, Feral Cat Program, Community Assistance Spay and Neuter Program, and Adoptions are all outstanding programs and services provided by the organization.

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