Humane Society of Mason County Foster Coordinator Belfair, WA · Full time

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Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and oversee the foster program, including recruitment, training, and retention of foster families.
• Assess animals for suitability for the foster program, considering their medical and behavioral needs.
• Match animals with appropriate foster homes based on their individual requirements and the capabilities of the foster family.
• Manage transport of foster animals to partner organizations, appointments, events, ect. 
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to foster families, including assistance with medical care, behavior management, and emotional support.
• Maintain accurate records of animals in foster care and monitor their progress.
• Provide top customer service to the HSMC foster families, respond to emails, Facebook posts and phone calls from foster parents in a timely manner and resolve issues as they arise
• Initial health tests, vaccinations, and treatment for internal and external parasites. 
• Adoption outreach to promote adoptable animals in foster homes. 
• Stay informed about best practices in shelter medicine and animal welfare to continuously improve the foster program.
• Provide top customer service to the HSMC foster families, respond to emails, Facebook posts and phone calls from foster parents in a timely manner and resolve issues as they arise
• Partner closely with the lead Veterinarian and LVT/Clinic Manager  to manage medical concerns and or treatments
• Prepare for and participate in weekly foster rounds via email or phone with fosters; monitor health and behavior of animals , track and report any important findings and concerns, 
• Assist with medical appointments and procedures with vet staff. 

Qualifications:

• High proficiency in learning new software systems 
• Must be comfortable administering injections and medications. 
• Previous experience supervising and or training staff and volunteers is required. 
• Must have at least one year of employment working with animals in a profession capacity 
• Must be available evening and or weekend hours, as well as for emergency calls. 
• Minimum of two years working in a shelter or veterinary clinic with a focus on shelter medicine. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast - paced environment. 
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to working with animals and people. 
• Ability to pass the medical clerks testing requirements per Washington state. 
• Demonstrate ability to meet deadlines, juggle multiple and competing priorities, and maintain a positive, engaging atmosphere
• Ability to quickly, calmly, and efficiently adjust to changes in direction and re-prioritize work
• Extensive knowledge and experience on handling various types of animals who may be frightened, aggressive or in need of medical care. 
• Experience with conflict resolution
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills; authentic team player
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and be responsive to requests