Animal Care Coordinator

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society • Barrie, ON

9h • CA$0 - CA$22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity with 150 years of history, dedicated to providing care, comfort, and compassion to animals in need across Ontario. They advocate for respect and kindness towards all animals and strive to keep pets and families together through various community support services. Their core values include compassion, transparency, excellence, collaboration, and accountability, all aimed at ensuring the utmost care and kindness for animals and the communities they serve.

Requirements

• Animal Care experience required.
• Certificate or College Diploma in Animal Care (or equivalent education plus work experience) required.
• 6 months of supervisory and/or leadership experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team player.
• Resilient attitude when faced with unpredictable or emotionally demanding situations.
• Ability to lift 18 kg (40lbs) and control 45 kg (100 lbs).
• 1 year of customer service experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid G drivers license with the ability to provide a clear driver’s abstract.
• Must have open availability including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Clerical and/or office administration experience an asset.

Responsibilities

• Advises the public in a variety of ways including responding to general inquiries, adoption counselling, retention counselling, relinquishment counselling and general animal care questions.
• Leads and delegates reception and administration duties, including greeting the public, answering phones, and maintaining animal records.
• Assists the Centre Manager in animal care related decision making.
• Vaccinates shelter animals on a regular basis and keeps track of vaccination inventory.
• Performs regular animal enrichment based on the needs of the animal, including but not limited to exercising, engaging in play activities, and providing novel experiences/tastes/smells.
• Supervises all volunteers, co-op placements, and fosters.
• Support the ACA team as necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision benefits
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Paid sick time
• 3 weeks of vacation to start!
• Predictable daytime hours
• Free onsite parking
• Discount on Ontario SPCA apparel, Paws & Give merchandise, Virtual pet care, and pet food too!
• Opportunities for professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree