Foster Facilitator

1 day ago

Calgary, Alberta, Canada Calgary Humane Society Full time $33,696 per year


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Foster Facilitator




Calgary Humane Society often receives animals that require just a little bit of extra care. Animals who are too young for adoption, ill, injured, or who require additional behaviour support, are sent to temporary foster homes to grow, recover, and learn. Foster homes are also needed for animals admitted under our emergency boarding and pet safekeeping programs.

Reporting to the Manager of Admissions & Foster, the Foster Facilitator is responsible for the recruitment, screening, and training of Foster Parents as well as coordination of foster animals in and out of foster homes.

Tuesday to Saturday I 37.5 hours per week 

Rotating shifts of 9AM-5PM & 11AM-7PM 

Duties:

Responsible for the recruitment, retention, and recognition of foster familiesCoordinate orientation and training for all foster familiesEnsure all animals requiring foster care are placed in a timely mannerProvide day-to-day support to all active foster families in person, on-site, by phone, and e-mailMaintain records and administrative requirements of all animals and foster families in the Foster Program:Electronic records, paper files, training records, foster animal paperwork, cage cards, collars, personality profiles, behaviour notes, etc.Checking in with foster parents when needed and keeping a working inventory of all animals in foster homesEnsure privacy standards are upheld at all timesPromote strong working relationships between staff and foster familiesEstablish and provide effective means of communication for foster familiesMaintain the recognition program for foster parents and be active in the planning and execution of the annual Volunteer and Foster Parent Appreciation PartyCoordinate daily maintenance and cleaning of the foster office and supply storagePractice, promote and encourage engagement and involvement with all foster volunteers and volunteers at CHS. Ensure effective communication between all departmentsRespond to public inquiries about the Foster ProgramAssist in other areas of the shelter when required, including the feeding, cleaning, and enrichment of shelter animalsOther duties as assigned

Position Requirements: 

Minimum high school diploma or equivalentMinimum one-year experience in a supervisory/leadership position requiredProfessional or volunteer experience working with animals a definite assetIntermediate knowledge of Microsoft OfficeAbility to attend shifts onsite  Genuine concern for the welfare of animalsAbility to work as part of a team or independently as requiredIntermediate knowledge of Microsoft OfficeAbility to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing (a written competency assessment may be included as part of the interview process)Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a diverse range of peopleExcellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a wide range of tasks and competing prioritiesSuccessful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check at their own expense to be arranged by CHS Able to safely and comfortably handle a variety of species including but not limited to: cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, reptilesFlexibility to work overtime as required Handling, moving, lifting, and pulling equipment and animals up to 40lbsRepetitive motions of sitting reaching, lifting, squatting, bending, pulling

Annual Salary:

$33,696.00

Benefits & Perks:

100% employer paid health and dental benefits for employees and their dependentsWellness Spending AccountVision coveragePaid vacation, sick time, wellness days, and paid day off on your birthdayMatching RSPProfessional development opportunitiesDiscounts on CHS products and services, including adoption feesAccess to Employee and Family Assistance ProgramAccess to reduced rate counseling servicesA commitment to accessibility and accommodations for different needs

Closing date: Posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. 

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  No phone calls please. 



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