Animal Care Advocate PT Sat/Sun 9a-5p

Hope and Healing Survivor Resource Center•Akron, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide vital direct support for both survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking and their pets at Hope & Healing Survivor Resource Center. Key responsibilities include ensuring comprehensive, trauma-informed services, maintaining shelter safety, and assisting with animal care.

Requirements

Knowledge of animal behavior and welfare principles.
Strong empathy and sensitivity towards both human and animal victims of domestic violence.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with both shelter residents and animals.
Maintain valid Ohio driver’s license and ability to meet agency requirements for driving insurability.
Must be able to meet agency requirements for criminal background check (Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigations and Federal Bureau of Investigations).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Computer skills including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Background in public health, animal science, or a related field is preferred
Previous experience working with animals, especially in a shelter or rescue environment, is highly desirable.
Certification in CPR and first aid for both humans and animals is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Provide trauma-informed support to survivors, including assessments, safety planning, and referrals
Responsible for maintaining the health, safety, and well-being of pets in shelter care, maintaining cleanliness in kennels and animal facilities in shelter.
Collaborate with pet owners to ensure cleanliness, sufficient food and water, exercise, and engaging activities for pets.
Complete documentation in accordance with agency policy.
Assist with supporting volunteers engaged in kennel operations as assigned by supervisor.
Adheres to Service Excellence standards at all times.
Represent Hope and Healing Survivor Resource Center by participating in community activities, coalitions and taskforce groups as requested or assigned by supervisor.
Complies with agency policies and procedures, federal and state requirements, CARF standards and educational/certification/registry requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.