Animal Care Technician & Adoption Counselor

Do you believe every animal deserves a second chance and want to be the person who makes that happen? Join our team as an Animal Care Technician & Adoption Counselor, where your compassion and hands-on care will directly transform the lives of animals in need. From providing daily care and enrichment to helping match pets with their perfect families, this role is more than a job it’s a chance to be part of something deeply meaningful, every single day.

We’re a team united by compassion, working together to save lives, care for animals, and strengthen our community. Our workplace is filled with positivity, support, and shared purpose really! Our team has as much compassion for one another as we do for the animals and the people in our community. We understand that even on hard days, the work that we're doing is important and fulfilling. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and be part of something truly meaningful. If you’re passionate about helping others and believe every life deserves love and respect, we’d be honored to have you join our mission!

Responsibilities include:
• Following UVHS protocols, feed animals 2-3 times per day based on their individual needs and health plan. Record feeding and eating data.
• Following UVHS protocols, clean and disinfect animal housing and other areas of the shelter.
• In accordance with shelter procedures and individualized health and behavior plans, provide exercise for the animals. Record exercise data.
• Become familiar with each animal and their normal patterns and behaviors. Notify supervisors of changes in activity, behavior, or general wellbeing.
• Implement behavior and enrichment activities as prescribed by the Animal Behavior Coordinator or Supervisors.
• Using a conversational approach to adoption counseling, interact with potential adopters and show animals. Focus on making quality matches. Complete adoption paperwork with attention to detail.
• Be actively welcoming and warm toward volunteers, clients, adopters, and other guests. Provide them with support and guidance as needed. Prepare pantry items for pick up.
• Assist in processing and recording donated non-cash items such as pet food and supplies. Accept donations at the front desk, following protocols for documentation and money handling.

Knowledge & Experience:
• Experience working with and handling dogs & cats of different sizes and temperaments
• Basic knowledge of animal behavior and positive reinforcement training principles
• Experience with the use of automated tools (ie. database navigation)
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and sit/stand for extended periods of time.

Benefits:
• Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• Bereavement Leave
• Pet Bereavement Leave
• Employee discounts

Schedule::
• 40 hours/week either four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days.
• The position requires weekend/holiday hours, and occasional evening hours.