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Job Description
Job Description
Position : Adoption Counselor
Department : Placement
Reports To : Adoptions Supervisor
Location : 3280 Chamblee Dunwoody RD Chamblee, GA 30341
Summary :
LifeLine Animal Project is committed to the care and welfare of pets and the people who love them. The values we exhibit as an organization show the strength of our staff, our leadership and our community. We expect all employees to exhibit LifeLine’s core values as we complete daily tasks, provide services to clients and care for our animals.
The Adoption Counselor position assists with counseling the public about potential pets for
adoption, reviewing adoption applications submitted by the public based on written guidelines,
receiving adoption fees, and updating the software system with information necessary to complete
the adoption process. This position is also responsible for informing clients about the various
adoptions programs with the goal of long term adoption matches. The Adoption Counselor is
expected to get to know the animals in our care, help with adoption events, and have a basic
understanding of veterinary knowledge and common shelter issues.
Essential Job Functions :
This represents a list of essential job duties. Other duties or special projects may be assigned as needed.
Uphold the standards and values of LifeLine Animal Project :
Save Lives Build Community Be Exceptional Stewards Be Courageous
Be Compassionate Take Responsibility Respect, Embrace and Celebrate Diversity
Adoption Counseling and Customer Service :
- Guide adopters through the application process, use matchmaking criteria to connect potential adopters to their future pets to best ensure positive outcomes.
- Answer questions from the public about pets for adoption, including the behavior of specific breeds, dog and cat behavior, future medical care, and other pertinent information.
- Compassionately , educate adopters and the public about responsible pet ownership, including housetraining, veterinary care, and preventive health.
- Support clinic with vaccination and medical care when needed to prepare a pet for departure and to save the lives of animals.
- Conduct meet and greets with dogs, cats and other animals.
- Take responsibility to assist during high-traffic times, staff shortages, or special events to ensure smooth front desk and adoption operations.
Administrative and Record-Keeping :
General Responsibilities :
Qualifications :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Education and / or Experience :
High school diploma or equivalent; college degree or relevant coursework preferred.
18 years or older.
One or more years’ experience in animal related field or animal sheltering preferred.
Previous experience in customer service, hospitality, or a similar role is highly desirable.
Fear Free Sheltering preferred.
Work Environment :
While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to unpleasant kennel smells. May have to handle dogs and cats that are stray, injured, diseased or vicious.