Adoption Counsellor
2 weeks ago
Date:
May 9th, 2023
Position Title:
Adoption Counselor
Reports to:
Director, Adoptions & Grants
Rate:
$14.54-$19.09***
Classification: Union
Hours:20hrs/week; Mondays and Fridays 4:00pm to 7:00pm;
Saturdays - 10am to 6pm & Sundays 12pm(noon) to 6pm
Days/Time of shifts could vary/change
Start Date:
ASAP
Position Summary:
The Adoption Counsellor is responsible for all customer service duties with special
attention to encouraging adoptions and making successful matches between animals
and adopters. They are often the first point of contact for clients visiting The Winnipeg
Humane Society, and are responsible for greeting visitors, providing reception services,
clients accordingly. The Adoption Counsellor has frequent contact with all visitors, staff,
management, and volunteers, and should be professional and respectful to everyone
they encounter.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Educate the public about our services and policies in a manner that is
- Promptly and courteously greet clients and determine their service
polite manner.
- Process adoptions in their entirety and make sure animals go home with all
- Develop knowledge about the other services provided by the WHS and find
- Demonstrate proficiency with computers and accuracy with data entry.
- Perform animal maintenance (clean-up) in kennels & rooms as required.
- Participate in social media videos or photos to help promote adoptable
- Keep all shared spaces organized and clean, especially the front desk.
- Report to Adoptions Supervisors and follow their instructions.
- Other duties as reasonably assigned
Standards of Performance:
- Keeping the mission of the Winnipeg Humane Society in the forefront when
outside of the shelter environment.
- Efficiency and exemplary customer service are demonstrated in the
respect for all are a must.
- Confidentiality is maintained on all matters pertaining to The WHS.
- Effective and professional communication with customers, fellow staff, and
- Exemplary level of care provided to all animals in accordance with The
- Capacity to work effectively in a team environment. Tactful, supportive, and
7. Demonstrate willingness and ability to operate within the confines of the
protocols and policies as set by the WHS.
Abilities, Skills & Knowledge:
- Excellent customer service skills are a must; positive, pleasant attitude and good
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Good organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to learn quickly and willingness to vaccinate, microchip, and perform various
- Ability to work with others as part of a team.
- Ability to lift and haul heavy bags and boxes up to 50 pounds.
- Ability and confidence to work with animals of all sizes and strengths, including large
citizens.
- Ability to operate computers without assistance.
- Mature, ability to work independently and use good judgment to solve problems.
- Ability to take direction from Adoption Supervisors, Managers and Directors.
Education, Training & Experience
- Minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent required,
- More than six (6) months of experience in customer service, retail, and/or animal
- An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
Exemplifies Winnipeg Humane Society's Core Values:
- We are and always will be humane
- We sincerely respect each other
- We communicate proactively, and we listen
- We are humble, and we are always willing to accept better and new ideas
- We are committed to transparency and accountability
Participates in creating a thriving Culture of Philanthropy at Winnipeg Humane Society
by:
- Being knowledgeable and supportive of WHS programs.
- Sharing their passion for service to animals, people, and our community with our
- guests.
- Serving as an inspiration to all guests by providing an exemplary level of animal
- Being able to communicate a compelling case for support that demonstrates
Accountability
Directly accountable to the Director, Adoptions & Grants.
Authority
Authority to perform all assigned duties and responsibilities within established policies
and
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