Methuen Adoption Center - Animal Welfare Specialist
About The Position
The Animal Welfare Specialist (AWS) works directly with people and their pets to support the MSPCA’s mission and effect positive change in the community. The position is based at the Methuen Animal Care and Adoption Center, part of the MSPCA at Nevins Farm, a 55-acre animal care complex providing shelter and adoption services for farm and companion animals, a low-cost community clinic, and community outreach. The role involves hands-on care of several species, including companion, equine, and farm animals, as well as supporting adoption and animal surrender processes with empathy and compassion.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience in a customer service or client care position.
- Excellent judgment and interpersonal skills.
- Eagerness to support the human-animal bond.
- Ability to work required weekend days.
Nice To Haves
- Previous work or volunteer experience with animals.
- Proficiency in Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Care for companion, equine, and farm animals, including feeding, cleaning and disinfecting living spaces, providing enrichment, exercising, and administering medication.
- Facilitate adoptions by matching animals with prospective adopters through a conversation-based approach, with the goal of identifying the best possible outcome for both the person and the animal.
- Assist with animal surrenders in an empathetic, compassionate, and nonjudgmental manner.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid holidays
- Sick time
- Vacation time
- Employee discounts for pet health care
- Free on-site parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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