SUMMARY

The Volunteer Coordinator oversees all aspects of the volunteer program including recruitment, training and ongoing management of volunteers. The Volunteer Coordinator will work to engage volunteers as animal advocates who support the work and mission of Dorchester Paws. The Volunteer Coordinator interfaces with all shelter departments to meet the needs and expand our services through volunteer assistance including adoptions, events, animal care, and community outreach. This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to fostering a positive volunteer experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Oversee all responsibilities associated with the volunteer program
• Evaluate and expand all aspects of the volunteer program
• Create policies and procedures to ensure the volunteer program meets the needs of the organization, expands and instills the shelters mission
• Organize and provide volunteer orientations and trainings for advanced skills development particular to a volunteer’s role
• Maintain all aspects of administrative responsibilities associated with the volunteer program. Maintain all record keeping for volunteers through Volgistics and maintain electronic resources for volunteers
• Maintain an organized, welcoming space for volunteers to access supplies, training, etc.
• Collaborate with management to identify the needs of the organization and programs.
• Further develop existing volunteer opportunities and implement new volunteer roles to continuously meet these needs
• Identify opportunities for volunteer recruitment and engage in recruitment activities, with a focus on promoting diversity and inclusion
• Maintain and enhance volunteer relations with fellow volunteers, staff and community
• Support shelter staff by assisting departments with daily tasks as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors. Must be able to work at a computer for extended periods of time. Must be able to stand, walk, and move for extended periods of time. Must be able to have reliable transportation to conduct all work in and out of the shelter in Summerville. This role requires flexibility and the ability to stand, lift, kneel, crouch, and bend. This job functions inside and outside the shelter, as duties will take place at a variety of locations. This position also requires frequent lifting or moving of objects or materials up to 50lbs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent attention to detail.
• A high level of professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to be a team player are required.
• Flexible and Independent
• Ability to work well with animals and people
• Proven experience in volunteer management or a related field.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
• Excellent public speaking skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A passion for community service and a commitment to making a positive impact through volunteerism.
• Certified Volunteer Administrator or ability to obtain certification within 6 months
• Only applications with a cover letter will be reviewed

This is a part time position (32 hours) with weekends and flexible hours needed!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Schedule: Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person

 

This is a full time position, including weekends.

JOB SUMMARY
The Clinic Technician position is a key role in the composition of the staff for maintaining the wellbeing of our shelter animals by tending to their medical needs. Clinic technicians must be self-motivated, team player, efficient, dependable, able to multi-task, and enjoy caring for animals! The primary functions are to work in our processing clinic doing intake exams on all animals that come into the shelter. This includes giving vaccines, drawing blood, microchipping, trimming nails, assessing medical needs, daily evaluation and care of animals, maintenance of preventative health programs and medical protocols, keeping records up to date in Shelterluv.

JOB DUTIES

• Support organization in daily functions, including the general care and maintenance of the facility and all animals including morning cleaning
• Assist in the processing of animals coming into the shelter
• Examine animals to determine if there is a need for treatment
• Giving medication to the animals on campus that are being treated for various conditions
• Keeping up to date animal inventory and assure all animals have intake photos
• Walk and exercise animals to maintain their physical and mental health
• Making rounds to check on animals listed on the medical board for inspection
• Perform animal grooming duties, such as washing, brushing, clipping, trimming coats, cutting nails, and cleaning ears
• Collect, prepare, maintain, and record animal information, such as weight, age, size, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, and food intake
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other organizations, and the public
• Maintain the shelter by performing tasks including, but not limited to, sweeping/mopping floors, wiping counters, taking out the trash, cleaning bathrooms, and checking equipment and supplies
• Assist other staff members on occasion with such tasks as helping restrain an animal, helping clients with their pets, etc.
• Make medical decisions regarding continued animal care under the supervision of the Clinic Supervisor and Shelter Health Manager
• Checking in foster appointments and relaying anything done during the foster appointment, including explaining medications dispensed
• Perform other duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The Clinic Technician will work both indoors and outdoors. Must be able to stand, walk, and move for extended periods of time. Must be able to have reliable transportation to conduct all work at the shelter in Summerville. This role requires flexibility and the ability to stand, lift, kneel, crouch, and bend. Requires routine use of medical supplies and clinic equipment. Light travel is required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work well with cats and dogs
• This position requires many detailed tasks and multi-tasking abilities
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment
• Must be flexible and be able to communicate with other team members proficiently
• Become euthanasia certified within 6 months of hire
• Be on a rotating foster medical emergency line

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Schedule: 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person