Admissions Counselor (Part-Time) San Diego Humane Society 25 reviews -
San Diego, CA 92110 $14.56 an hour - Part-time San Diego Humane Society
is hiring a Part-Time Regular Admissions Counselors for our San Diego
Campus! SUMMARY: Conduct interviews with people relinquishing animals
and obtain detailed information about animals being relinquished.
Complete intake procedures for all animals being admitted to SDHS.
Provide daily care and enrichment for shelter animals. Provide general
information to the public. Perform euthanasia procedures, and conduct
daily animal husbandry routines as needed. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following, but are not limited to: *
Assist members of the general public in the admittance of their pet
through proper interviewing techniques and completion of all necessary
paperwork. Obtain accurate information regarding animal temperament,
living habits and training, medical conditions, behavior, age, breed and
sex from relinquisher. * Complete daily cleaning routine, maintaining
assigned area in a clean, organized and attractive manner, as scheduled.
- Evaluate and assist with the behavior assessment of new canine
arrivals as required. * Perform minor medical tasks such as performing
gross physical examinations, administer subQ vaccinations and oral
general de-wormer, and perform blood draws at time of admittance. Scan
for microchip verification or presence. * Remain in the designated area
and/or be accessible at all times to assist staff, the public, and any
incoming animals. * Assist, as scheduled, at special and mobile offsite
events. * Assist in animal transports between all facilities, including
driving to Oceanside campus as assigned. * Promote positive
relationships with the general public, volunteers and staff while
promoting the societys programs, policies and philosophies. * Perform
euthanasia in accordance with AVMA guidelines. (Must be certified;
training towards certification will be provided.) Once certified,
participate in euthanasia procedures of in-house animals, for owner
relinquished animals, and for owner-present euthanasia procedures. *
Monitor playgroups in age, temperament and sex-appropriate groups. *
Work directly with the Animal Admissions Supervisor, Animal Services
Manager, Animal Care Supervisor, and other staff members to assure the
highest of standards in day-to-day shelter operations. * Communicate
effectively and professionally with co-workers, management and the
public at all times. * Conduct data entry of animal and relinquisher
information, utilizing the Shelter Buddy software. * Provide behavior
counseling to general public and potential adopters, through either the
behavior help line or introductions with resident pets and family
members. * Attend in-service training, staff and volunteer meetings as
needed for position or as requested by supervisor or manager. * Assist
with family pet introductions and adoptions when requested to do so by a
supervisor or manager. * Regularly and predictably attend work in-person
as scheduled. * Wear appropriate, clean uniform, footwear and name tag
at all times during business hours. Exemplifies San Diego Humane
Societys Core Values: * Has the Courage to make tough decisions and take
smart risks * Demonstrates Empathy for your colleagues and our guests *
Remains Engaged and committed to our mission * Is Enthusiastic and
demonstrate excitement and interest in our efforts * Seeks out ways to
be Impactful in the animal welfare movement and your role * Leads with
Integrity and treat everyone with respect * Strives to be Resourceful
and see challenges as opportunities for improvement Participates in
creating a thriving Culture of Philanthropy at San Diego Humane Society
by: * Being knowledgeable and supportive of Society programs * Sharing
their passion for service to animals, people, and our community with our
guests * Serving as an inspiration to all guests by providing an
exemplary level of animal care and guest service * Being able to
communicate a compelling case for support that demonstrates the impact
of philanthropy on San Diego Humane Society SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIES: No direct supervision other than assisting volunteers
as needed. SALARY: This position starts at a rate of $14.56 per hour and
salary will be commensurate with experience. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION,
SKILL, EXPERIENCE: High school graduate or equivalent. Must complete and
pass required training and skills demonstration tests provided by the
society within established timeframe. Must become SDHS certified to
perform owner requested, owner present, and internal euthanasia. Must
have minimum of two-years of paid experience working with animals in a
kennel, shelter or veterinary hospital. Advanced training and/or
instruction in field of customer service preferred. Good working
knowledge of animal breeds, nutrition, general care and behavior related
information required. Must be able to communicate effectively both
verbally and in writing. Must be 21 years old, have a valid CA Drivers
License and good driving record. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to
stand, walk, sit, talk and hear, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, grasp grip,
put fingers together firmly and reach above and below shoulder level and
lift, push or pull 50 pounds for situations of restraining or moving
animals and lifting food and animal care supplies, repetitively use
hands to operate computers; flex the neck upward and downward; twist the
neck and the waist. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds for
Euthanasia procedures and to handle animals appropriately for aftercare.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Will
work primarily on site at animal care facility, with the occasion for
off-site special and mobile events. Travel to North campus in Oceanside
required as scheduled. There is a potential of exposure to parasites and
infectious diseases that can be carried and transmitted by animals. 17
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