Adoption Counselor/Animal Care Technician - Kenosha Campus

WISCONSIN HUMANE SOCIETY•Kenosha, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) Kenosha is looking for full-time and part-time Adoption Counselor/Animal Care Technicians (AC/ACT). As an AC/ACT at WHS, you will learn from and work alongside veterinary professionals, behavior experts, and a dedicated administrative team while providing care to animals and offering valuable services to the community. If you’re looking for a rewarding career that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of animals and people while working alongside a supportive team, apply today!

Requirements

Demonstrated alignment with our mission, people-centered philosophy, and organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness; innovation; professionalism; equity; and positive approach
Ability to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare work
Availability to work some evenings, a weekend shift, and a rotating holiday
Able to successfully meet the physical demands of the job, which include stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.
Must be able to routinely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior animal care experience is a plus
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Provide animals with food, water, enrichment, and other essential daily needs
Help animals find new homes via our same-day adoption process
Commit to a welcoming, supportive, and non-judgmental approach with all clients, callers, and coworkers
Maintain clean animal housing following our high-standard cleaning guidelines
Welcome new arrivals via owner surrenders, stray intake, transfers from other organizations, and end-of-life services
Administer medical treatments under the direction of a veterinarian
Maintain detailed and accurate records in our animal management software
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Paid time off, including vacation, wellness, and holiday time
Health, dental, and vision insurance
403(b) retirement plan with company match
Paid family leave
Group term and voluntary life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Flexible spending plans
Health savings account (HSA)
Supplemental benefits to cover unexpected expenses
403(b) retirement plan
Mental health and counseling support: all employees and members of their household have access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with six free counseling sessions per year
Limited low-cost wellness and veterinary care services for staff members’ animals
Discounts on adoption fees, training classes, youth programs, retail and events
Support for student loans: WHS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.