Counselor

Full Time
Asheville, NC 28806
From $14.94 an hour
Posted Just posted
Job description

The Adoption Counselor is a full-time position that works with potential adopters to find available animals a suitable home and complete and process the necessary paperwork for adoptions. The Adoption Counselor will provide prescribed behavioral and medical protocols to assigned animals and work collaboratively with other staff to ensure a high quality of care for animals housed at the Adoption Center.

The Adoption Counselor will generally work in the AHS Adoption Center. The work schedule is full-time, Tuesday through Saturday, during the hours the Adoption Center is open to the public.

The position requires work outside with exposure to extreme temperatures and rain. This position requires standing for long periods. It requires the ability to stoop, bend, reach, and lift items weighing up to 50 pounds to a level of 4 feet high and handle dogs weighing up to 150 lbs. This position also requires exposure to loud noises. The hourly rate starts at $14.94.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for providing information to the general public and counseling adopters regarding open adoption policies and available animals in Adoption Center.
  • Complete and process the necessary adoption paperwork.
  • Process associated retail transactions as necessary.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of all animals in the Adoption Center.
  • Demonstrate proper animal handling and care.
  • Carry out various aspects of animal care including cleaning, feeding, watering, and walking as needed.
  • Report and document animal temperament and medical/health concerns.
  • Administer medications to animals in Adoption Center.
  • Carry out all behavior protocols as assigned by the Director of Behavior and Training.
  • Responsible for following AHS’s protocols involving the movement of animals.
  • Responsible for ensuring that the Adoption Center is presentable, tidy, and organized in public and staff areas.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Basic computer knowledge.
  • Previous experience working with animals is highly preferred
  • Ability to apply proper animal handling skills and knowledge of individual animal temperament.
  • Basic computer knowledge.
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work with volunteers and co-workers in a professional manner.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.94 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift

Application Question(s):

  • Why do you feel you are qualified for this position?
  • Do you have any friends or relatives working for Asheville Humane Society? If yes, please state name & relationship.
  • Do you have the ability to stoop, bend, reach, and lift items weighing at least 50 pounds to a level of 4 feet high and the ability to handle dogs weighing up to 150 lbs?

Work Location: In person

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