Intake and Foster Program Support Coordinator

Job Summary
The role of the Intake & Foster Program Support Coordinator is to manage the Owner Relinquishment Partnering Program and support the Foster Program. The Owner Relinquishment Partnering program is the admissions program associated with the public as well as the Crisis Care Program. The role would also support the foster program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Main Interface with the pet owners that need to relinquish their pet or utilize our Crisis Care Program. This includes responding to and managing the request for relinquishments via the website, phone, or email.
• Working with Owners by listening and being sensitive to their situation and see if we can provide them with alternative resources that would enable the pet to stay in their home.
• Scheduling the admission of canines & felines into the PAWS Chicago Adoption Program based on the goals, resources, and policies of the organization.
• Understanding the resources of the organization at a given time, so intake is in alignment with the organizational resources (capacity, medical, behavior, age) and needs.
• Scheduling the Intake from the Owner Relinquishment Partnering Program based on the available capacity.
• Documenting the background history or stories of the animals for marketing purposes.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of the animal file as a result of the intake process.
• The ability to make rational decisions in an emotional environment / situation.
• Integrating volunteers into the Owner Relinquishment Process.
• Support the Foster Program Coordinator with the scheduling of Foster Appointments, working with Fosters upon the completion of the foster period, and responding to foster communications.
• As Needed – Assist with S.A.F.E.R. Testing for Dogs / Degree of Socialization for Cats.

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability and desire to interface with the public, volunteers, and key organizational partners.
• Ability to rationalize when faced with emotional decisions
• Ability to stay focused on the priorities of the job; strong time management skills with the ability to handle numerous responsibilities at once and work well under pressure
• Ability to work and think independently; proven organization skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to implement proactive solutions
• Weekend and evening availability
• Basic understanding of and passion for animal welfare
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

All resumes must include salary requirements and to forward resumes to kjahnke@pawschicago.org

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• Must be able to work one weekend day and holidays.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs and walk/hold large dogs on outdoor walks and on stairways
• Driver’s License required
• Animal handling experience in a shelter environment a plus

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