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Animal Welfare Associate- The Animal Foundation
EmployNV Youth Hub, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, 89101
Animal Welfare Associate
Company: The Animal Foundation Location: 655 N Mojave Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Hours: Full Time Pay: $13 Account Manager: Jenelle Berrien Position Summary: Responsible for the general care of shelter animals. This includes feeding, watering, cleaning, moving, providing enrichment/socialization, and observing/reporting animals' physical and mental wellbeing in accordance with the Association of Shelter Veterinarian Standards of Care guidelines are provided for all animals in shelter care in a timely manner; including appropriate feeding, cleanliness and sanitation, behavioral well-being, and stress reduction. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Works efficiently to assist in enhancing and maintaining a culture of health and overall wellness for the animals in our care across the organization. Documents any observed abnormalities (either medical or behavioral) into the Organization's animal database. Prepares, provides, and ensures proper food and water is available to all assigned animals at all appropriate times. Follows organizational protocols and procedures to ensure assigned kennels and animal housing areas are properly cleaned and disinfected. Ensures that all kennels are equipped and set up appropriately to maximize comfort and minimize the stress of all animals in the shelter environment. Reviews all kennel and facility signage to ensure proper protocol is always followed and reports to management if updates to signage are needed. Cleans, disinfects, and stores all supplies and equipment properly and in a timely manner. Preserves a clean, organized, and orderly appearance of assigned and common areas/vehicles at all times while maintaining them well stocked with needed supplies and equipment. Sorts, moves, and stocks food, supplies, materials, and donations, as needed. Moves animals through and within the shelter as needed and assists with transporting and/or general care needs of animals offsite, including at events, when necessary. Assists to achieve a high volume of animal participation in enrichment activities. Maintains up-to-date and accurate animal inventory. Actively creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere for volunteers, including participating in the volunteer training process and working collaboratively with volunteers to ensure they receive the support/resources needed to feel prepared and empowered in their roles and to maximize volunteer effectiveness. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the Organization's service to its guests by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team. Provides responsive, meaningful and compassionate service to all guests. Applies the principles of The Animal Foundation's Core Values toward the goal of bettering self, the organization and others. Other duties as assigned. License & Certification Requirements: Some positions may require the incumbent to be at least 21 years of age, and possess and maintain a valid Class C Nevada Driver License. For these positions, incumbents under age 25 must possess and maintain a clean driving record, and be licensed for at least three years prior. Those over age 25 must possess and maintain a safe driving record that will allow for acceptable insurance risk to the Organization.
Company: The Animal Foundation Location: 655 N Mojave Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Hours: Full Time Pay: $13 Account Manager: Jenelle Berrien Position Summary: Responsible for the general care of shelter animals. This includes feeding, watering, cleaning, moving, providing enrichment/socialization, and observing/reporting animals' physical and mental wellbeing in accordance with the Association of Shelter Veterinarian Standards of Care guidelines are provided for all animals in shelter care in a timely manner; including appropriate feeding, cleanliness and sanitation, behavioral well-being, and stress reduction. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Works efficiently to assist in enhancing and maintaining a culture of health and overall wellness for the animals in our care across the organization. Documents any observed abnormalities (either medical or behavioral) into the Organization's animal database. Prepares, provides, and ensures proper food and water is available to all assigned animals at all appropriate times. Follows organizational protocols and procedures to ensure assigned kennels and animal housing areas are properly cleaned and disinfected. Ensures that all kennels are equipped and set up appropriately to maximize comfort and minimize the stress of all animals in the shelter environment. Reviews all kennel and facility signage to ensure proper protocol is always followed and reports to management if updates to signage are needed. Cleans, disinfects, and stores all supplies and equipment properly and in a timely manner. Preserves a clean, organized, and orderly appearance of assigned and common areas/vehicles at all times while maintaining them well stocked with needed supplies and equipment. Sorts, moves, and stocks food, supplies, materials, and donations, as needed. Moves animals through and within the shelter as needed and assists with transporting and/or general care needs of animals offsite, including at events, when necessary. Assists to achieve a high volume of animal participation in enrichment activities. Maintains up-to-date and accurate animal inventory. Actively creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere for volunteers, including participating in the volunteer training process and working collaboratively with volunteers to ensure they receive the support/resources needed to feel prepared and empowered in their roles and to maximize volunteer effectiveness. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the Organization's service to its guests by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team. Provides responsive, meaningful and compassionate service to all guests. Applies the principles of The Animal Foundation's Core Values toward the goal of bettering self, the organization and others. Other duties as assigned. License & Certification Requirements: Some positions may require the incumbent to be at least 21 years of age, and possess and maintain a valid Class C Nevada Driver License. For these positions, incumbents under age 25 must possess and maintain a clean driving record, and be licensed for at least three years prior. Those over age 25 must possess and maintain a safe driving record that will allow for acceptable insurance risk to the Organization.