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Animal Welfare Director - ASPCA
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Descriptions
Summary:
Who we are:
Have you ever thought about devoting your veterinarian skills to the recover y and rehabilitat ion of dogs that are victims of cruelty and neglect? Come and join the Canine Annex for Recovery and Enrichment (CARE) and utilize your skills to making the biggest difference in vulnerable animals’ lives.
What you’ll do:
The Director of Veterinary Services, CARE will perform all the duties of a licensed veterinarian, including providing compassionate, high-quality, practical veterinary care to a wide range of cruelty, neglect, and at-risk animals and supervise LVTs .
What you’ll get:
Work/life balance:
four-day work week with three days off to recharge
four weeks of paid vacation time to relax
paid sick time to heal
ten paid holidays to observe
plus - one week of paid personal time to celebrate what and when you like
Access to no-cost CE opportunities plus a CE allowance
Terrific benefits package: medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax dependent care, and health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions beginning after one year of service, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance and more (note that benefits are subject to change annually)
Room to grow: the ASPCA has robust professional development programs to help you grow as a medical professional and a person.
Support: we are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the world, so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer you on.
*Schedule is Wed-Sat, 9-7pm
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Managing Medical Cases (60%):
- Ensure CARE provides high quality individualized care, considering the medical and behavioral needs of our patients while maintaining overall population medicine using shelter best practices to a wide range of cruelty, neglect, and at-risk patients.
- Serve on a panel with medical, behavior, and operations leaders to review cases and make weekly pathway planning decisions, including humane euthanasia decisions, taking into consideration animals’ physical and behavioral well-being, using organizationally aligned tools developed to assess quality of life and readiness for adoption.
- Perform humane euthanasia for animals deemed unsuitable for placement, working closely with the behavior and medical teams to ensure a compassionate, low-stress procedure.
- Perform medical intakes on all new NYPD and CE cases admitted to CARE and in collaboration with partner departments for animals admitted to veterinary partner hospitals, AAH, ARC, and Adoption Center as needed.
- Provide medical support for large scale NYPD and CE cases.
- Perform exams, diagnostic tests, and medical treatments with full utilization of Fear Free medical handling. Ensure all staff are practicing Fear Free handing.
- Develop skilled and efficient diagnosis and treatment plans following ARC/CARE/AAH medical parameters and guidelines.
- Provide medical care for outpatients of owned, fostered out and/or animals in transition to the Adoption Center and placement partners.
- Maintain thorough, high quality medical records, documenting all exam findings, test results, and treatments.
- Work with partner hospitals as needed, including referral for advanced care, and assessing medical stability of new cases at partner hospitals.
- Respond to after-hours medical concerns.
- Oversee and maintain the CARE animal census.
People Management/Managing Patient Flow (20%):
- Oversee the daily medical care and case flow of the animals housed in CARE.
- Lead the Daily CARE rounds meeting.
- Lead monthly CARE LVT meeting.
- Develop, disseminate, and keep current the CARE Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure their implementation. Facility-specific SOPs are developed in conjunction with ARC, AAH, Adoption Center, BST to ensure best medical, sheltering, and behavioral practices.
- Model a standard of continued commitment to improve and expand upon all aspects of CARE including, medical, behavior, housing, safety, and animal flow.
- Set expectations and goals and provide consistent, high-quality feedback to direct reports, including regular 1:1s and quarterly feedback sessions to build strong relationships, provide clear direction, and encourage opportunities for development. Complete annual performance evaluations.
- Practice and espouse positive, people-centric management approaches that are in line with team and organizational core values.
- Recommend internal and external training opportunities as needed for direct reports in identified areas.
- Respond to concerns from direct reports and selected administrative staff, addressing them promptly and accordingly.
- Handle employee-relations issues with confidentiality and care, ensuring compliance with any applicable collective-bargaining agreements.
- Conduct corrective actions related to performance.
- Maintain proactive communication with the Senior Director as to any critical situations or issues.
- Support the Senior Director of Veterinary Services in handling any adverse client or patient events appropriately and professionally.
- Model a standard of continual commitment to improvement in all aspects of CARE animal care and handling of dogs and cats.
- Serve as a champion in times of change management and proactively partner with the ARC and CARE Leadership team in identifying ways to improve people policies and medical protocols.
- Collaborate with the AAH Office Manager and Direct of Veterinary Services to ensure CARE has appropriate DVM coverage 7 days per week.
- In collaboration with the AAH management team, ensure the CARE veterinary team is scheduled for all required training, meetings, and lectures.
Interdepartmental Communication/Administrative/Other (20%)
- Collaborate and support the work of partner departments, particularly the Humane Law Enforcement, Community Engagement, and the Adoption Center departments.
- Maintain strict confidentiality when dealing with criminal cases.
- Attend staff meetings, doctor meetings and other requested meetings.
- Provide medical information and represent CARE to the public and to media when requested.
- Provide a high level of customer service to external and internal clients.
- Create, model, and follow written and verbally communicated ASPCA and CARE Standard Operating Procedures.
- Assist with special projects, presentations and data collection as requested.
- Other duties as assigned.
Exemplifies the ASPCA’s Core Values:
- Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals
- Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes
- Believes in Team – that we are stronger together
- Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible
- Focuses on Impact , specifically making change for animals
Qualification Requirements:
- Ability to successfully work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment that combines individual patient and shelter medicine and effectively multi-task with a high degree of integrity and accountability and without loss of attention to detail.
- Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively and courteously with all levels of staff.
- Maintain an open mind regarding changes and be willing to learn, implement, and teach new protocols.
- Deploy with BST, Community Engagement, Community Medicine, National Field Response or Rehabilitation Services at one time per year (locally and nationally).
- Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Able to work standing for 8 or more hours and bend, crouch, kneel and move freely to perform responsibilities that include handling potentially dangerous animals in stressful conditions.
- Able to occasionally work in physically challenging conditions and able to wear appropriate protective gear, including a protective mask; job responsibilities may entail exposure to chemical and biological hazards, such as feces and blood, exposure to sharp objects, working in noisy environments and working in areas with uneven, wet, and slippery surfaces.
- The Director may be requested and/or required to work additional hours, weekends, cover shifts and/or stay late.
- May be required to work or provide medical and/or staffing support for disasters/storm coverage.
Compensation and benefits:
Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future.
The target hiring range for this role is $169,500-$179,500. In addition to a competitive salary, this role offers a signing bonus.
For more information on our benefits offerings, click here .
Stay Connected – Join Our Talent Community
If you are interested in joining our team but do not see a position listed that fits your experience or interests, please visit our website to join our Talent Community and stay connected to future opportunities with the ASPCA.
Qualifications:
See above for qualifications details. Veterinarian License - OtherLanguage:
English (Required)Education and Work Experience:
Doctorate: Veterinary Medicine (Required) 3+ years in GP, specialty, and/or shelter setting, DVM degree (or equivalent) with NY State veterinary license., Fear Free Shelter certification within 6 months of hire date., Previous experience in shelters preferred but not required.Our EEO Policy:
The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).
Our EEO Policy:
The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).
About Us:
The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.
The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.
The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.
At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.
Your Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act:
Pursuant to regulations of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), we provide this notice to applicants about eligible employees’ protected leave for certain reasons. Click on the link to learn more.
Applicants that are residents of Colorado and Oregon: Per CO Senate Bill 23-058 and ORS 659A.030, we cannot generally request or require any age-related information (i.e., age, DOB, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution) on an initial employment application; this includes any age-related inquiries through completion of the initial interview. We can require/request additional application materials; if those materials contain any age-related information, an applicant should redact the information before submitting an initial employment application.
Indiana Applicants: Pursuant to Indiana law, we are providing notice that it is an unlawful employment practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by: (1) refusing to employ an applicant for employment on the basis that the applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States; or (2) refusing to employ an applicant for employment on the basis that the applicant is a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component. Should you feel that you were a victim of discrimination on the basis of veteran status, please let us know at Alternatively, you can file a complaint with the following agencies at any time: Indiana Civil Rights Commission (ICRC) 100 North Senate Avenue, Room N103, Indianapolis, IN 46204; Office: | Toll Free: ; Hearing Impaired: | Fax: ; E-mail: | Website: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - Indianapolis Field Office; 115 W. Washington Street South Tower Suite 600; Indianapolis, IN 46204; Phone: ; Fax: ; TTY: ;ASL Video Phone: .
Animal Welfare Director - ASPCA
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Descriptions
Summary:
Who we are:
Have you ever thought about devoting your veterinarian skills to the recover y and rehabilitat ion of dogs that are victims of cruelty and neglect? Come and join the Canine Annex for Recovery and Enrichment (CARE) and utilize your skills to making the biggest difference in vulnerable animals’ lives.
What you’ll do:
The Director of Veterinary Services, CARE will perform all the duties of a licensed veterinarian, including providing compassionate, high-quality, practical veterinary care to a wide range of cruelty, neglect, and at-risk animals and supervise LVTs .
What you’ll get:
Work/life balance:
four-day work week with three days off to recharge
four weeks of paid vacation time to relax
paid sick time to heal
ten paid holidays to observe
plus - one week of paid personal time to celebrate what and when you like
Access to no-cost CE opportunities plus a CE allowance
Terrific benefits package: medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax dependent care, and health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions beginning after one year of service, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance and more (note that benefits are subject to change annually)
Room to grow: the ASPCA has robust professional development programs to help you grow as a medical professional and a person.
Support: we are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the world, so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer you on.
*Schedule is Wed-Sat, 9-7pm
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Managing Medical Cases (60%):
- Ensure CARE provides high quality individualized care, considering the medical and behavioral needs of our patients while maintaining overall population medicine using shelter best practices to a wide range of cruelty, neglect, and at-risk patients.
- Serve on a panel with medical, behavior, and operations leaders to review cases and make weekly pathway planning decisions, including humane euthanasia decisions, taking into consideration animals’ physical and behavioral well-being, using organizationally aligned tools developed to assess quality of life and readiness for adoption.
- Perform humane euthanasia for animals deemed unsuitable for placement, working closely with the behavior and medical teams to ensure a compassionate, low-stress procedure.
- Perform medical intakes on all new NYPD and CE cases admitted to CARE and in collaboration with partner departments for animals admitted to veterinary partner hospitals, AAH, ARC, and Adoption Center as needed.
- Provide medical support for large scale NYPD and CE cases.
- Perform exams, diagnostic tests, and medical treatments with full utilization of Fear Free medical handling. Ensure all staff are practicing Fear Free handing.
- Develop skilled and efficient diagnosis and treatment plans following ARC/CARE/AAH medical parameters and guidelines.
- Provide medical care for outpatients of owned, fostered out and/or animals in transition to the Adoption Center and placement partners.
- Maintain thorough, high quality medical records, documenting all exam findings, test results, and treatments.
- Work with partner hospitals as needed, including referral for advanced care, and assessing medical stability of new cases at partner hospitals.
- Respond to after-hours medical concerns.
- Oversee and maintain the CARE animal census.
People Management/Managing Patient Flow (20%):
- Oversee the daily medical care and case flow of the animals housed in CARE.
- Lead the Daily CARE rounds meeting.
- Lead monthly CARE LVT meeting.
- Develop, disseminate, and keep current the CARE Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure their implementation. Facility-specific SOPs are developed in conjunction with ARC, AAH, Adoption Center, BST to ensure best medical, sheltering, and behavioral practices.
- Model a standard of continued commitment to improve and expand upon all aspects of CARE including, medical, behavior, housing, safety, and animal flow.
- Set expectations and goals and provide consistent, high-quality feedback to direct reports, including regular 1:1s and quarterly feedback sessions to build strong relationships, provide clear direction, and encourage opportunities for development. Complete annual performance evaluations.
- Practice and espouse positive, people-centric management approaches that are in line with team and organizational core values.
- Recommend internal and external training opportunities as needed for direct reports in identified areas.
- Respond to concerns from direct reports and selected administrative staff, addressing them promptly and accordingly.
- Handle employee-relations issues with confidentiality and care, ensuring compliance with any applicable collective-bargaining agreements.
- Conduct corrective actions related to performance.
- Maintain proactive communication with the Senior Director as to any critical situations or issues.
- Support the Senior Director of Veterinary Services in handling any adverse client or patient events appropriately and professionally.
- Model a standard of continual commitment to improvement in all aspects of CARE animal care and handling of dogs and cats.
- Serve as a champion in times of change management and proactively partner with the ARC and CARE Leadership team in identifying ways to improve people policies and medical protocols.
- Collaborate with the AAH Office Manager and Direct of Veterinary Services to ensure CARE has appropriate DVM coverage 7 days per week.
- In collaboration with the AAH management team, ensure the CARE veterinary team is scheduled for all required training, meetings, and lectures.
Interdepartmental Communication/Administrative/Other (20%)
- Collaborate and support the work of partner departments, particularly the Humane Law Enforcement, Community Engagement, and the Adoption Center departments.
- Maintain strict confidentiality when dealing with criminal cases.
- Attend staff meetings, doctor meetings and other requested meetings.
- Provide medical information and represent CARE to the public and to media when requested.
- Provide a high level of customer service to external and internal clients.
- Create, model, and follow written and verbally communicated ASPCA and CARE Standard Operating Procedures.
- Assist with special projects, presentations and data collection as requested.
- Other duties as assigned.
Exemplifies the ASPCA’s Core Values:
- Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals
- Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes
- Believes in Team – that we are stronger together
- Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible
- Focuses on Impact , specifically making change for animals
Qualification Requirements:
- Ability to successfully work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment that combines individual patient and shelter medicine and effectively multi-task with a high degree of integrity and accountability and without loss of attention to detail.
- Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively and courteously with all levels of staff.
- Maintain an open mind regarding changes and be willing to learn, implement, and teach new protocols.
- Deploy with BST, Community Engagement, Community Medicine, National Field Response or Rehabilitation Services at one time per year (locally and nationally).
- Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Able to work standing for 8 or more hours and bend, crouch, kneel and move freely to perform responsibilities that include handling potentially dangerous animals in stressful conditions.
- Able to occasionally work in physically challenging conditions and able to wear appropriate protective gear, including a protective mask; job responsibilities may entail exposure to chemical and biological hazards, such as feces and blood, exposure to sharp objects, working in noisy environments and working in areas with uneven, wet, and slippery surfaces.
- The Director may be requested and/or required to work additional hours, weekends, cover shifts and/or stay late.
- May be required to work or provide medical and/or staffing support for disasters/storm coverage.
Compensation and benefits:
Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future.
The target hiring range for this role is $169,500-$179,500. In addition to a competitive salary, this role offers a signing bonus.
For more information on our benefits offerings, click here .
Stay Connected – Join Our Talent Community
If you are interested in joining our team but do not see a position listed that fits your experience or interests, please visit our website to join our Talent Community and stay connected to future opportunities with the ASPCA.
Qualifications:
See above for qualifications details. Veterinarian License - OtherLanguage:
English (Required)Education and Work Experience:
Doctorate: Veterinary Medicine (Required) 3+ years in GP, specialty, and/or shelter setting, DVM degree (or equivalent) with NY State veterinary license., Fear Free Shelter certification within 6 months of hire date., Previous experience in shelters preferred but not required.Our EEO Policy:
The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).
Our EEO Policy:
The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).
About Us:
The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.
The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.
The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.
At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.
Your Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act:
Pursuant to regulations of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), we provide this notice to applicants about eligible employees’ protected leave for certain reasons. Click on the link to learn more.
Applicants that are residents of Colorado and Oregon: Per CO Senate Bill 23-058 and ORS 659A.030, we cannot generally request or require any age-related information (i.e., age, DOB, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution) on an initial employment application; this includes any age-related inquiries through completion of the initial interview. We can require/request additional application materials; if those materials contain any age-related information, an applicant should redact the information before submitting an initial employment application.
Indiana Applicants: Pursuant to Indiana law, we are providing notice that it is an unlawful employment practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by: (1) refusing to employ an applicant for employment on the basis that the applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States; or (2) refusing to employ an applicant for employment on the basis that the applicant is a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component. Should you feel that you were a victim of discrimination on the basis of veteran status, please let us know at Alternatively, you can file a complaint with the following agencies at any time: Indiana Civil Rights Commission (ICRC) 100 North Senate Avenue, Room N103, Indianapolis, IN 46204; Office: | Toll Free: ; Hearing Impaired: | Fax: ; E-mail: | Website: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - Indianapolis Field Office; 115 W. Washington Street South Tower Suite 600; Indianapolis, IN 46204; Phone: ; Fax: ; TTY: ;ASL Video Phone: .
Animal Welfare Director - ASPCA
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Descriptions
Summary:
Who we are:
Have you ever thought about devoting your veterinarian skills to the recover y and rehabilitat ion of dogs that are victims of cruelty and neglect? Come and join the Canine Annex for Recovery and Enrichment (CARE) and utilize your skills to making the biggest difference in vulnerable animals’ lives.
What you’ll do:
The Director of Veterinary Services, CARE will perform all the duties of a licensed veterinarian, including providing compassionate, high-quality, practical veterinary care to a wide range of cruelty, neglect, and at-risk animals and supervise LVTs .
What you’ll get:
Work/life balance:
four-day work week with three days off to recharge
four weeks of paid vacation time to relax
paid sick time to heal
ten paid holidays to observe
plus - one week of paid personal time to celebrate what and when you like
Access to no-cost CE opportunities plus a CE allowance
Terrific benefits package: medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax dependent care, and health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions beginning after one year of service, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance and more (note that benefits are subject to change annually)
Room to grow: the ASPCA has robust professional development programs to help you grow as a medical professional and a person.
Support: we are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the world, so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer you on.
*Schedule is Wed-Sat, 9-7pm
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Managing Medical Cases (60%):
- Ensure CARE provides high quality individualized care, considering the medical and behavioral needs of our patients while maintaining overall population medicine using shelter best practices to a wide range of cruelty, neglect, and at-risk patients.
- Serve on a panel with medical, behavior, and operations leaders to review cases and make weekly pathway planning decisions, including humane euthanasia decisions, taking into consideration animals’ physical and behavioral well-being, using organizationally aligned tools developed to assess quality of life and readiness for adoption.
- Perform humane euthanasia for animals deemed unsuitable for placement, working closely with the behavior and medical teams to ensure a compassionate, low-stress procedure.
- Perform medical intakes on all new NYPD and CE cases admitted to CARE and in collaboration with partner departments for animals admitted to veterinary partner hospitals, AAH, ARC, and Adoption Center as needed.
- Provide medical support for large scale NYPD and CE cases.
- Perform exams, diagnostic tests, and medical treatments with full utilization of Fear Free medical handling. Ensure all staff are practicing Fear Free handing.
- Develop skilled and efficient diagnosis and treatment plans following ARC/CARE/AAH medical parameters and guidelines.
- Provide medical care for outpatients of owned, fostered out and/or animals in transition to the Adoption Center and placement partners.
- Maintain thorough, high quality medical records, documenting all exam findings, test results, and treatments.
- Work with partner hospitals as needed, including referral for advanced care, and assessing medical stability of new cases at partner hospitals.
- Respond to after-hours medical concerns.
- Oversee and maintain the CARE animal census.
People Management/Managing Patient Flow (20%):
- Oversee the daily medical care and case flow of the animals housed in CARE.
- Lead the Daily CARE rounds meeting.
- Lead monthly CARE LVT meeting.
- Develop, disseminate, and keep current the CARE Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure their implementation. Facility-specific SOPs are developed in conjunction with ARC, AAH, Adoption Center, BST to ensure best medical, sheltering, and behavioral practices.
- Model a standard of continued commitment to improve and expand upon all aspects of CARE including, medical, behavior, housing, safety, and animal flow.
- Set expectations and goals and provide consistent, high-quality feedback to direct reports, including regular 1:1s and quarterly feedback sessions to build strong relationships, provide clear direction, and encourage opportunities for development. Complete annual performance evaluations.
- Practice and espouse positive, people-centric management approaches that are in line with team and organizational core values.
- Recommend internal and external training opportunities as needed for direct reports in identified areas.
- Respond to concerns from direct reports and selected administrative staff, addressing them promptly and accordingly.
- Handle employee-relations issues with confidentiality and care, ensuring compliance with any applicable collective-bargaining agreements.
- Conduct corrective actions related to performance.
- Maintain proactive communication with the Senior Director as to any critical situations or issues.
- Support the Senior Director of Veterinary Services in handling any adverse client or patient events appropriately and professionally.
- Model a standard of continual commitment to improvement in all aspects of CARE animal care and handling of dogs and cats.
- Serve as a champion in times of change management and proactively partner with the ARC and CARE Leadership team in identifying ways to improve people policies and medical protocols.
- Collaborate with the AAH Office Manager and Direct of Veterinary Services to ensure CARE has appropriate DVM coverage 7 days per week.
- In collaboration with the AAH management team, ensure the CARE veterinary team is scheduled for all required training, meetings, and lectures.
Interdepartmental Communication/Administrative/Other (20%)
- Collaborate and support the work of partner departments, particularly the Humane Law Enforcement, Community Engagement, and the Adoption Center departments.
- Maintain strict confidentiality when dealing with criminal cases.
- Attend staff meetings, doctor meetings and other requested meetings.
- Provide medical information and represent CARE to the public and to media when requested.
- Provide a high level of customer service to external and internal clients.
- Create, model, and follow written and verbally communicated ASPCA and CARE Standard Operating Procedures.
- Assist with special projects, presentations and data collection as requested.
- Other duties as assigned.
Exemplifies the ASPCA’s Core Values:
- Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals
- Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes
- Believes in Team – that we are stronger together
- Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible
- Focuses on Impact , specifically making change for animals
Qualification Requirements:
- Ability to successfully work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment that combines individual patient and shelter medicine and effectively multi-task with a high degree of integrity and accountability and without loss of attention to detail.
- Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively and courteously with all levels of staff.
- Maintain an open mind regarding changes and be willing to learn, implement, and teach new protocols.
- Deploy with BST, Community Engagement, Community Medicine, National Field Response or Rehabilitation Services at one time per year (locally and nationally).
- Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Able to work standing for 8 or more hours and bend, crouch, kneel and move freely to perform responsibilities that include handling potentially dangerous animals in stressful conditions.
- Able to occasionally work in physically challenging conditions and able to wear appropriate protective gear, including a protective mask; job responsibilities may entail exposure to chemical and biological hazards, such as feces and blood, exposure to sharp objects, working in noisy environments and working in areas with uneven, wet, and slippery surfaces.
- The Director may be requested and/or required to work additional hours, weekends, cover shifts and/or stay late.
- May be required to work or provide medical and/or staffing support for disasters/storm coverage.
Compensation and benefits:
Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future.
The target hiring range for this role is $169,500-$179,500. In addition to a competitive salary, this role offers a signing bonus.
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English (Required)Education and Work Experience:
Doctorate: Veterinary Medicine (Required) 3+ years in GP, specialty, and/or shelter setting, DVM degree (or equivalent) with NY State veterinary license., Fear Free Shelter certification within 6 months of hire date., Previous experience in shelters preferred but not required.Our EEO Policy:
The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).
Our EEO Policy:
The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).
About Us:
The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.
The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.
The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.
At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.
Your Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act:
Pursuant to regulations of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), we provide this notice to applicants about eligible employees’ protected leave for certain reasons. Click on the link to learn more.
Applicants that are residents of Colorado and Oregon: Per CO Senate Bill 23-058 and ORS 659A.030, we cannot generally request or require any age-related information (i.e., age, DOB, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution) on an initial employment application; this includes any age-related inquiries through completion of the initial interview. We can require/request additional application materials; if those materials contain any age-related information, an applicant should redact the information before submitting an initial employment application.
Indiana Applicants: Pursuant to Indiana law, we are providing notice that it is an unlawful employment practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by: (1) refusing to employ an applicant for employment on the basis that the applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States; or (2) refusing to employ an applicant for employment on the basis that the applicant is a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component. Should you feel that you were a victim of discrimination on the basis of veteran status, please let us know at Alternatively, you can file a complaint with the following agencies at any time: Indiana Civil Rights Commission (ICRC) 100 North Senate Avenue, Room N103, Indianapolis, IN 46204; Office: | Toll Free: ; Hearing Impaired: | Fax: ; E-mail: | Website: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - Indianapolis Field Office; 115 W. Washington Street South Tower Suite 600; Indianapolis, IN 46204; Phone: ; Fax: ; TTY: ;ASL Video Phone: .
Animal Welfare Specialist (Pawling)
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Are you passionate about helping animals in need and eager to advance the field of animal welfare? Do you thrive in a dynamic, complex, highly collaborative environment? If so, the role of Care & Enrichment Technician at the ASPCAs new Recovery & Rehabilitation Center (R&R Center) in Pawling, NY might be right for you!
The individual in this role is responsible for providing sheltering that is conducive to the behavioral and medic al health of resident animals. Care & Enrichment Technicians ensure a safe, healthy, clean, and enriched environment, and assist in providing the mental and physical activities animals need to regain and maintain their wellbeing.
Successful candidates for Care & Enrichment Technician are adaptive, resilient, collaborative, curious, and capable of prolonged physical activity. The person in this role must be comfortable working with dogs with significant behavioral and medic al needs.
Recovery & Rehabilitation Center Overview & Upcoming Launch
The R&R Center in Pawling, NY, is a unique program dedicated to providing integrated sheltering, behavioral, and medic al care for canine victims of cruelty. The R&R Center team works closely with ASPCA teams in New York City to help animals rescued in partnership with the NYPD.
The target start date for this position is in October 2025.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Functional Duties (85%)
Maintain working knowledge of all Care & Enrichment daily protocols
Maintain working knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, and keeps accurate records of compliance activities
Clean, sanitize, and prepare animal housing areas according to established protocols
Perform repeated daily checks of animal holding areas, spot cleaning, feeding, watering, and providing enrichment according to relevant protocols
Create and maintain safe and comfortable enriched kennels for all dogs
Provide enrichment activities according to the daily enrichment schedule
Provide food, water, and medication based on veterinary orders and behavior modification plans
Monitor the eating, drinking, and elimination habits of every animal
Monitor the population for signs of physical or mental decline, promptly reporting concerns through the appropriate channels
Assist in overseeing volunteers as they perform animal related tasks, providing coaching and encouragement; demonstrate respect and gratitude for volunteer support
Assist with handling and documentation during dog playgroups
Assist with the transport of dogs to and from emergency and specialty veterinarians, and between ASPCA facilities as needed
Assist with the physical movement of animals into and out of the shelter using low-stress animal handling techniques and following applicable organizational policies and protocols
Collaborate with behavior and veterinary team members, working together to ensure open and ample communication, excellent care, and close monitoring of every animal in the shelter
Send timely medic al and behavior observation reports and actively engage within and across teams to implement interventions
Attend all required huddles throughout the day, reporting on progress, asking for or providing assistance as needed
Attend and participate in training classes as scheduled by the Manager, Care and Enrichment
Continually support teammates, working together to stay on track in order to best serve the animals
Keep animal care and enrichment equipment and supplies organized, efficiently located, and in good repair, reporting missing, broken, or inadequate tools to management
Monitor the inventory and conditions of animal care and enrichment supplies, requesting additional supplies before stock is depleted
Be willing to deploy locally or nationally as part of an ASPCA response when the opportunity arises and approved by the Manager, Care and Enrichment.
Operational and Administrative Duties (15%)
Maintain meticulous records for every animal in appropriate databases
Attend and meaningfully contribute to all relevant R&R Center and ASPCA meetings
Accurately track and report time worked, time off, and work-related expenses
Responsibly steward R&R Center assets
Core Values
Exemplifies the ASPCAs Core Values :
Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals
Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes
Believes in Team that we are stronger together
Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible
Focuses on Impact , specifically making change for animals
Education and Work Experience
High School Diploma or GED required
Professional, academic or volunteer animal care experience with dogs is required
6 months of professional or volunteer animal care experience with dogs is strongly preferred
Animal shelter experience with dogs strongly preferred; dog boarding or veterinary clinic experience with dogs preferred
Previous experience working in an animal shelter preferred
Fear Free Shelter Program certification (approximately 5 hours) required or completed within 60 days of hire
Qualifications
Valid drivers license and ability to pass a motor vehicle history check demonstrating safe driving
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time
Able to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Dependable and ability to demonstrate regular and reliable attendance
Fluent in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; familiarity with shelter software systems or Salesforce a plus
Excellent written and ora
Shelter Social Worker
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Children's Home Society of WV is hiring a full-time Social Worker or Case Manager at our Kathleen and John Faltis Child Shelter in Summersville, WV.
Position Goal: To provide and procure treatment and concrete services to youth in the agency's emergency shelter program. These services are to ensure a successful transition to a permanent placement; preserve and strengthen families; and provide for the ongoing care, safety, and supervision of the youth the shelter serves.
What you will be doing:
- Screen referrals and assess the appropriateness of the service for children and youth.
- Assess client behaviors, strengths, needs, etc., apply crisis intervention skills, and instruct direct care staff in appropriate intervention and implementation of services.
- Complete on schedule all assessments, treatment plans, and individual program plans with children and youth, plus all other required documentation, and ensure the appropriate implementation of each.
- Set specific and attainable goals, which are relevant to children and youth. Communicate and document progress.
- Provide individual supportive counseling sessions and complete documentation.
- Provide meaningful observation of children, youth, and their families.
- Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and grammatical construction of all reports and correspondence.
- Develop helping relationships with children and youth to facilitate learning and nurturing, and to develop hope and motivation.
- Communicate effectively with and coordinate services with other providers for the best interest of the youth.
- Schedule and manage visitation for youth and their families.
- Advocate for children, youth, and their families.
- Attend court hearings and be prepared to testify in the best interest of the youth.
- Act as a key worker and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Transport youth when needed.
- Maintain regular contact with local agencies (WV DoHS, Mental Health, Board of Education, schools, etc.) to discuss treatment plans and behavioral assessments.
- Be consistently available for consultation and support.
- Provide direct services to children and youth.
- Report all incidents of abuse and/or neglect.
What you will bring to the table:
- Passion and determination.
- Positive attitude and team-oriented spirit.
- Willingness to pursue growth and learning.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask.
- Ability to build and maintain professional helping relationships.
- Desire to make a positive impact on the life of a child.
What you will need:
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field; social work license or eligibility preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to work with children, youth, and families.
- Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance coverage.
- Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.
- Availability for periodic on-call support.
- Ability to understand and support the values of family-centered services, which include: committing to family stability, developing skills in assessing risk to children to ensure safety, and working with children and families who may not want the service.
- Willingness to comply with professional standards as specified by the NASW Code of Ethics.
* Salary determined by level of education, licensure, and professional experience
Children's Home Society of WV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company DescriptionThe Children’s Home Society of West Virginia is a private, non-profit, child welfare organization founded in 1896. The Society has 13 primary locations, 8 emergency child shelters, statewide foster care and adoption services, as well as a variety of in-home and in-community family support and intervention programs. Each year, we provide crucial assistance to more than 16,000 children and their families throughout the state. Our board members, staff, and volunteers continue to celebrate the Society’s century-old tradition of service to West Virginia’s children and families and dedicate themselves to our mission of promoting the well-being of children. We aim to help build a future where, ultimately, our services are no longer needed: where every child has a safe and permanent home, a family to love them, and opportunities to thrive.
Company DescriptionThe Children’s Home Society of West Virginia is a private, non-profit, child welfare organization founded in 1896. The Society has 13 primary locations, 8 emergency child shelters, statewide foster care and adoption services, as well as a variety of in-home and in-community family support and intervention programs. Each year, we provide crucial assistance to more than 16,000 children and their families throughout the state. Our board members, staff, and volunteers continue to celebrate the Society’s century-old tradition of service to West Virginia’s children and families and dedicate themselves to our mission of promoting the well-being of children. We aim to help build a future where, ultimately, our services are no longer needed: where every child has a safe and permanent home, a family to love them, and opportunities to thrive.
Shelter Social Worker
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Children's Home Society of WV is hiring a full-time Social Worker or Case Manager at our Matthew Pack Children's Home in Shady Spring, WV.
Position Goal: To provide and procure treatment and concrete services to youth in the agency's emergency shelter program. These services ensure a successful transition to a permanent placement, preserve and strengthen families, and provide for the ongoing care, safety, and supervision of the youth the shelter serves.
What you will be doing:
- Screen referrals and assess the appropriateness of the service for children and youth.
- Assess client behaviors, strengths, needs, etc., apply crisis intervention skills, and instruct direct care staff in appropriate intervention and implementation of services.
- Complete on schedule all assessments, treatment plans, and individual program plans with children and youth, plus all other required documentation, and ensure the appropriate implementation of each.
- Set specific and attainable goals, which are relevant to children and youth. Communicate and document progress.
- Provide individual supportive counseling sessions and complete documentation.
- Provide meaningful observation of children, youth, and their families.
- Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and grammatical construction of all reports and correspondence.
- Develop helping relationships with children and youth to facilitate learning and nurturing, and to develop hope and motivation.
- Communicate effectively with and coordinate services with other providers for the best interest of the youth.
- Schedule and manage visitation for youth and their families.
- Advocate for children, youth, and their families.
- Attend court hearings and be prepared to testify in the best interest of the youth.
- Act as a key worker and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Transport youth when needed.
- Maintain regular contact with local agencies (WV DoHS, Mental Health, Board of Education, schools, etc.) to discuss treatment plans and behavioral assessments.
- Be consistently available for consultation and support.
- Provide direct services to children and youth.
- Report all incidents of abuse and/or neglect.
What you will bring to the table:
- Passion and determination.
- Positive attitude and team-oriented spirit.
- Willingness to pursue growth and learning.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask.
- Ability to build and maintain professional helping relationships.
- Desire to make a positive impact on the life of a child.
What you will need:
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field; social work license or eligibility preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to work with children, youth, and families.
- Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance coverage.
- Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.
- Availability for periodic on-call support.
- Ability to understand and support the values of family-centered services, which include: committing to family stability, developing skills in assessing risk to children to ensure safety, and working with children and families who may not want the service.
- Willingness to comply with professional standards as specified by the NASW Code of Ethics.
* Salary is based on level of education and social work license eligibility.
Children's Home Society of WV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company DescriptionThe Children’s Home Society of West Virginia is a private, non-profit, child welfare organization founded in 1896. The Society has 13 primary locations, 8 emergency child shelters, statewide foster care and adoption services, as well as a variety of in-home and in-community family support and intervention programs. Each year, we provide crucial assistance to more than 16,000 children and their families throughout the state. Our board members, staff, and volunteers continue to celebrate the Society’s century-old tradition of service to West Virginia’s children and families and dedicate themselves to our mission of promoting the well-being of children. We aim to help build a future where, ultimately, our services are no longer needed: where every child has a safe and permanent home, a family to love them, and opportunities to thrive.
Company DescriptionThe Children’s Home Society of West Virginia is a private, non-profit, child welfare organization founded in 1896. The Society has 13 primary locations, 8 emergency child shelters, statewide foster care and adoption services, as well as a variety of in-home and in-community family support and intervention programs. Each year, we provide crucial assistance to more than 16,000 children and their families throughout the state. Our board members, staff, and volunteers continue to celebrate the Society’s century-old tradition of service to West Virginia’s children and families and dedicate themselves to our mission of promoting the well-being of children. We aim to help build a future where, ultimately, our services are no longer needed: where every child has a safe and permanent home, a family to love them, and opportunities to thrive.
Shelter Worker
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Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet the needs in His name without discrimination.
Shelter in Place Lewis County Shelter Mission Statement:
To provide emergency shelter with a minimum of barriers for attendance. To see the wholeness of a person as a priority and to come alongside individuals to resource them with the tools necessary to end the cycle of poverty.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
- Must be able to pass criminal background check
- Must be a team player committed to the common purpose of assisting individuals in need.
- Must be sensitive and act accordingly to program participants who may be dealing with multiple traumas and stressors which may or may not be a contributing factor to their housing situation.
- Must possess the ability to create a pleasant and friendly atmosphere. In doing so, develop helpful relationships with program participants as well as with other staff and volunteers.
- Must possess the ability to describe in writing all incidents and activities in shelter in a clear and understandable manner in a daily shelter log and incident reports.
- Must be able to describe emergency situations by telephone to emergency responders and supervisory personnel.
- No level of education is required for the position. However, the employee must be able to demonstrate an understanding of a variety of human behaviors and be able to adapt to any given situation. The employee must be able to show strength of character in the face of individuals in crisis, trauma and undefined housing status.
Summary of Duties
It is the goal of the corps officer that the shelter be the extension of the services and care provided from The Salvation Army Centralia. The Shelter Supervisor would be the main contact person on all employee and volunteer concerns in the program and would respond appropriately. If there are any concerns or requests that cannot be handled, then it would need to be brought to the immediate attention of the Corps Officer.
Summary of Job Duties (Performing Nightly Shelter Duties as Needed)
- Staffing and scheduling requirements might require employee to work different shifts, as required. There are to be two standard shifts, first (opening shift) and second (closing shift). Each shift will be 6.5 hours in length with a 30-minute lunch bread that will be required to take each workday. Requirements for the safety, staff, and clients will be the same for each shift worked. There will be different responsibilities between opening and closing shifts.
- The employee will need to follow basic rules of operation as posted by The Salvation Army for both clients and staff. This includes but is not limited to admittance of clients into the program for the night, enforcement of what personal items can and cannot be included in their personal space, the issuing of bedding to each client upon their arrival, general cleaning and maintaining of building property.
- Performing the outlined tasks for either the opening or closing of the shelter operation for the night. This would be accomplished by completing the task sheet for a particular shift, for which has been assigned.
- Abide by The Salvation Army’s Social Services Code of Ethics. This would include any appearance of conflict of interest with program participants and/or volunteers (see attached)
- Provide a warm, caring and courteous environment that encourages cooperation, respect and a feeling of community.
- Enter pertinent information of all activities and events into the shelter daily log during your assigned shift.
- Provide all program participants, staff, and volunteers with a safe and secure environment. This includes but is not limited to regular walk throughs of the shelter sleeping area, checking the bathrooms, monitoring the shower/hygiene area, and maintaining a presence in the client areas. Diffuse any conflicts as they arise and communication with other staff and the Corps Officer any findings or concerns.
- Distribute personal necessities to the clients as needed and as items are available.
- As time permits, launder excess blankets, towels and bedding as needed.
- Support volunteers who are assigned during your shifts by orienting them to the safety guidelines and responsibilities.
- Attend any and all meetings scheduled by the shelter supervisory for training, planning, and operations.
- Maintain strict client confidentiality keeping records secure and notifying the Shelter Supervisor of any issues/problems that they may need to be aware of during or after any given shift.
- Perform other tasks as necessary as assigned or requested by a supervisor.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, kneel and/or twist on an intermittent or continual basis
- Ability to grasp, push, or pull objects such as files, bins, drawers.
- Ability to reach overhead.
- Ability to carry and place sleeping cots, storage carts, and personal possessions in the proper place as needed.
- Ability to lift 35 pounds.
- Ability to operate a telephone, tablet, and basic electronic equipment
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations. A qualified person with a disability may request modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodations needed are reasonable and cause no undue hardship.
The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities.
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Shelter Worker - Winter Shelter (Part Time)
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Shelter Staff – Winter Shelter (Part time; 30 hours)Schedule: Nights, Weekends, & OvernightsPosition Summary Shelter Staff provide front-line direct services and operational support to Winter Shelter guests. Primary tasks include ensuring the safety of program guests and the property, forming helping relationships with guests, and accomplishing tasks related to the routine and daily operations. As a Housing First agency, all services are person-centered and person-directed, using a harm reduction, trauma-informed framework to address client needs. As this is a program requiring around-the-clock support, schedules may include nontraditional work hours and days, including early morning, evening, and weekend hours. Additionally some positions will require awake overnight shift.Key Responsibilities:Customer Service:Engage in relationship building/rapport building with guests. Be a liaison to families, representatives of social services, and other agencies for constituents Provide emotional support, assist with problem-solving, and facilitate referrals to community resources, general advocacy, and crisis intervention activities for guests.Safety & Security:Ensure the safety and security of guests through a trauma-informed lensConduct entry safety inspections of guests; property while documenting observations and issuesFollow all policies and procedures of the Winter ShelterEngage in immediate conflict de-escalation with guestsDaily Living/Basic Needs:Provide basic needs assistance to guestsQualifications:Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, or substance use disorders.Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Commitment to equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed care. To apply for this opening, please visit our website and select Careers" and then "Current Openings" to fill out an application and upload your cover letter and resume.About UsCommunity Care Alliance provides an array of services and supports that are linked together so people can access help for their unique situations. Our goal is to help all members of our community become healthier, more self-reliant and better informed to meet their economic, social, and emotional challenges.Community Care Alliance is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.Military -friendly employer!
Shelter Worker - Winter Shelter (Part Time)
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Shelter Worker - Winter Shelter (Part time)Schedule: Nights, Weekends, & Overnights Position SummaryShelter Staff provide front-line direct services and operational support to Winter Shelter guests. Primary tasks include ensuring the safety of program guests and the property, forming helping relationships with guests, and accomplishing tasks related to the routine and daily operations. As a Housing First agency, all services are person-centered and person-directed, using a harm reduction, trauma-informed framework to address client needs. As this is a program requiring around-the-clock support, schedules may include nontraditional work hours and days, including early morning, evening, and weekend hours. Additionally ,some positions will require an awake overnight shift.Key Responsibilities:Customer Service:Engage in relationship building/rapport building with guests.Be a liaison to families, representatives of social services, and other agencies for constituentsProvide emotional support, assist with problem-solving, and facilitate referrals to community resources, general advocacy, and crisis intervention activities for guests.Safety & Security:Ensure the safety and security of guests through a trauma-informed lensConduct entry safety inspections of guests; property while documenting observations and issuesFollow all policies and procedures of the Winter ShelterEngage in immediate conflict de-escalation with guestsDaily Living/Basic Needs:Provide basic needs assistance to guestsQualifications:Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, or substance use disorders.Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Commitment to equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed care.To apply for this opening, please visit our website and select Careers" and then "Current Openings" to fill out an application and upload your cover letter and resume.About UsCommunity Care Alliance provides an array of services and supports that are linked together so people can access help for their unique situations. Our goal is to help all members of our community become healthier, more self-reliant and better informed to meet their economic, social, and emotional challenges.Community Care Alliance is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.Military -friendly employer!
Animal Welfare Associate
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FLSA: Non-Exempt (hourly) REVISED: 07/18/2025
REPORTS TO: Animal Welfare Supervisor REVIEWED: 02/02/2025
SUPERVISES: None
Position Summary:
Responsible for the general care of shelter animals. This includes feeding, watering, cleaning, moving, providing enrichment/socialization, and observing/reporting animals’ physical and mental well-being in accordance with the Association of Shelter Veterinarian Standards of Care guidelines are provided for all animals in shelter care in a timely manner; including appropriate feeding, cleanliness and sanitation, behavioral well-being, and stress reduction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Works efficiently to assist in enhancing and maintaining a culture of health and overall wellness for the animals in our care across the organization.
Documents any observed abnormalities (either medical or behavioral) into the Organization’s animal database.
Prepares, provides, and ensures proper food and water is available to all assigned animals at all appropriate times.
Follows organizational protocols and procedures to ensure assigned kennels and animal housing areas are properly cleaned and disinfected.
Ensures that all kennels are equipped and set up appropriately to maximize comfort and minimize the stress of all animals in the shelter environment.
Reviews all kennel and facility signage to ensure proper protocol is always followed and reports to management if updates to signage are needed.
Cleans, disinfects, and stores all supplies and equipment properly and in a timely manner.
Preserves a clean, organized, and orderly appearance of assigned and common areas/vehicles at all times while maintaining them well stocked with needed supplies and equipment.
Sorts, moves, and stocks food, supplies, materials, and donations, as needed.
Moves animals through and within the shelter as needed and assists with transporting and/or general care needs of animals offsite, including at events, when necessary.
Assists to achieve a high volume of animal participation in enrichment activities.
Maintains up-to-date and accurate animal inventory.
Actively creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere for volunteers, including participating in the volunteer training process and working collaboratively with volunteers to ensure they receive the support/resources needed to feel prepared and empowered in their roles and to maximize volunteer effectiveness.
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the Organization’s service to its guests by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team.
Provides responsive, meaningful and compassionate service to all guests.
Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Equivalent to a High School diploma
License & Certification Requirements:
Some positions may require the incumbent to be at least 21 years of age, and possess and maintain a valid Class C Nevada Driver License. For these positions, incumbents under age 25 must possess and maintain a clean driving record, and be licensed for at least three years prior. Those over age 25 must possess and maintain a safe driving record that will allow for acceptable insurance risk to the Organization.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of:
General knowledge of companion animal care, welfare, behavior, breeds, and species.
Principles and practices of guest service.
Effective soft skills or interpersonal skills for dealing with Team Members, volunteers, and the public, in person, in writing, and over the telephone.
Correct conversational English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
General computer skills.
Skill in:
Demonstrating concern for the welfare of people and animals and treating all of them with respect.
Interpersonal sensitivity and cultural competency/awareness for working with diverse populations while providing non-judgmental and compassionate guest services.
Dealing tactfully and effectively with Team Members, volunteers, and the general public.
Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
Working efficiently without close supervision in standard work situations.
Adhering to all established guidelines, protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
Gathering, compiling, and maintaining accurate information and records; preparing accurate reports and summaries.
Basic mathematics to count and total numbers.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
Physical ability, stamina, and mobility to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, and crawl, in some cases for an extended period of time. Strength to lift and/or move materials, weighing up to 25 pounds frequently, and 50 pounds occasionally. Vision to read printed materials. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
Job incumbent is continuously exposed to animals, animal waste, pet dander, peanut butter, potentially harmful cleaning chemicals, high noise, and potentially hazardous conditions, including the risk of animal bites and regular work outdoors for extended periods of time while exposed to cold, rain, and extremely hot temperatures.
All Team Members work in a culture of continuous improvement and are expected to support our mission. Team Members must be able to clearly articulate our goals, actively participate in outstanding guest service, and accept responsibility for maintaining our culture of philanthropy.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected of this position. This description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive listing or description of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of incumbents in the job.
I have read and understand the above to be a general description of the duties, physical demands and occupational exposures of the position for which I am being hired.