Foster Specialist - Milwaukee, United States - Wisconsin Humane Society

Wisconsin Humane Society

Verified Company

Milwaukee, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Assist the Foster team in developing and maintaining a robust foster network necessary to optimize organizational resources.

Design and implement strategies for the recruitment and support of foster care volunteers at all campuses.
Develop and maintain advanced or specialized foster orientations, training programs, and materials.
Maintain a database of foster contacts suitable for effective communication, data analysis, assessment, and other uses of information.

Act as a primary contact for foster volunteers.

Provide prompt, courteous and professional communication with foster volunteers.
Promote interdepartmental communication and collaboration to ensure timely response to foster volunteers.
Confirm foster placements; schedule recheck appointments; monitor length of stay for animals in foster care.
Monitor and respond to conversations and inquiries on behalf of WHS in the foster Facebook group and Instagram account.

Act as a contact for Foster Assistant Volunteers (FAV).

Support the recruitment and training of FAVs.
Assess new opportunities for FAV involvement to support the growth of the foster program.
Develop innovative, impactful, and efficient systems for the foster program.
Provide internal expertise on best practices for foster programs and the impact foster has on our organization.
Assist in establishing, implementing, and revising policies and procedures for the foster program.
Provide training and assistance to support staff in the consistent implementation of foster processes.
Ensure animals are processed and prepped for foster placement in a timely manner.
Coordinate and collaborate with other departments to regularly identify animals for foster placement.
Communicate regularly with peers to utilize foster and in shelter space in integrated fashion to ensure the functionality of organizational intake, length of stay and outcome models.

Qualifications

Flexible, positive approach to challenges.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fastpaced environment.
Strong attention to detail in all aspects of work.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Strong communication skills through a variety of mediums, including social media.
Must love working with people to support animals.
Commitment to WHS values: compassion, respect, and kindness; innovation; positive approach, professionalism; and equity

Benefits
Full-time and part-time staff are eligible for the following benefits:

403(b) retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
30% off adoption fees
30% off manners classes and behavior consultations
20% off youth programs
Event discounts
Animal Antics retail discounts
Limited wellness/veterinary care services for companion animals

Application Instructions

_ Come see why over 280 staff call one of WHS's 7 locations home You'll be happy you did_

Equal Opportunity Employer

About Us
The Wisconsin Humane Society is the oldest and largest shelter in Wisconsin.

Founded in 1879, WHS operates shelters in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Kenosha, Door, Brown, and Kenosha Counties, as well as a Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allis.

The organization offers adoption services, youth and outreach programs, veterinary resources for the community, retail stores, volunteer programs, and dog training classes.

The Milwaukee shelter also houses the state's busiest Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

WHS is an independent nonprofit and receives no general government funding and is not part of any national umbrella group.

WHS maintains a four-star rating from Charity Navigator.

Qualifications:

Flexible, positive approach to challenges
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fastpaced environment
Strong attention to detail in all aspects of work
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Strong communication skills through a variety of mediums, including social media
Committed to treating animals and humans with kindness and respect
Must love working with people to support animals

Benefits

Full-time Benefits Include: