Shelter Animal Care Technician
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Auburn Valley Humane Society and Northwest Spay & Neuter Center enrich the lives of companion animals and people through animal sheltering programs and community engagement. Together we strive to be a model of excellence in animal welfare.
We recognize our employees are our most important resource and the basis for our respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse perspectives skills experiences and cultures within our workforce. We work hard and we have us!
We are seeking part-timeAnimal Care Technicianfor the AVHS Shelter which provides progressive care shelter services to companion animals. The Shelter cares for nearly 3000 animals per year and their care and comfort are our main priority.
Position Classification:Hourly /Non-Exempt
Salary Range:17.00 - 18.00
Work Schedule:Part-Time
Location:Auburn Shelter / 4910 A Street SE Auburn WA. 98092
Core Competencies (All Employees):
Respect; Communication; Eagerness to Learn; Teamwork; Attention to Detail; Customer Focus; Animal Welfare
Leadership Competencies (in addition to Core):
Coaching; Achieves Results; Problem Solving; Time Management; Creativity; Adaptability to Change; Conflict Management
Senior Leadership Competencies (in addition to Core and Leadership):
Budget Management; Strategic Planning; Organization; Decision Making
Who you are:
- You care about animals AND their human companions.
- You practice We thinking and recognize that teamwork is the key to success.
- You bring an incredibly positive attitude and a commitment to doing a task to completion.
- You are committed to a growth mindset and positive proactive change.
What youll be doing (as part of a team with training):
- Animal Support:
- Keeping their living areas clean and calming
- Examination of incoming animals
- Daily care feeding bathing and hygiene
- Exercise and behavior supports
- Initial health tests vaccinations and treatment for internal and external parasites
- Shelter Support:
- Cleaning (think poop a LOT of poop)
- Maintaining inventory of food cleaning and safety supplies needed
- Training new staff and volunteers
- Promoting a positive image of the organization through positive public relations
What youll need to be successful (minimum requirements):
- Ability to engage with animals and humans who may be having a hard day with a commitment to quality care.
- Demonstrated ability to follow instructions verbal or written in repetitious tasks and one-off situations.
- Strong communication skills to demonstrate professionalism courtesy tact compassion and sound judgment to your coworkers and community members.
- High proficiency in learning new software systems.
- Ability to stand walk reach bend and/or stoop for entire shift / extended periods of time; hear sufficiently; regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- This position works daily in an animal shelter. This position will come in direct contact with animals and will be exposed to animal related waste smells and sounds.
What wed love if you had (preferred requirements):
- Work experience in animal care.
What you can expect working here:
- A positive team-focused culture of support and belonging.
- Professional growth and development including training raises promotions and paid continuing education.
- A benefits plan including:
- Sick Leave
- Employee Assistance Program accessible 24/7
- Reduced cost employee pet wellness program
Occupational Disclaimer:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully the incumbents will possess the skills aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise other than an at-will relationship.
EEO Policy Statement:
It is the policy of AVHS to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to their race color ancestry religion sex sexual orientation national origin caste age physical or mental disability citizen status veteran status gender identity or expression bankruptcy status or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal state or local law.
Auburn Valley Humane Society(AVHS) and all parts of its organization including Northwest Spay & Neuter Center and the Thrift Store is committed to an inclusive work environment that is full of opportunity for all with a workforce that reflects the regions diversity.At the core of it all our approach is shaped by a strong respect for people.AVHS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin status as an individual with a disability genetics status as a protected veteran sexual orientation gender identity or expressionor for inquiring about discussing or disclosing information about compensationor any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need. AVHSuses E-Verify to verify the ability of all new employees to legally work in the United States.If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process please contact us.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Senior Care
- Nursing Home Experience
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- Basic Math
- Computer Skills
- Caregiving
- Vital Signs Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Rota Management
- Mentoring
- Leadership Skill
About Company
To be a model of excellence in the advancement of animal welfare. Auburn Valley Humane Society enriches the lives of companion animals and people through animal sheltering, programs and community engagement AVHS is a local, independent 501(c)3 non-profit, which relies on pet licensi ... View more
