Seasonal Adoption Counselor - Milwaukee Campus

Seasonal Adoption Counselor - Milwaukee Campus

Milwaukee Campus - Milwaukee, WI

Overview

Salary Range $13.75 Hourly Category Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Are you looking for a highly rewarding career with great benefits and opportunities for growth? The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) Milwaukee Campus is looking for seasonal, part-time Adoption Counselors to join our Client Services and Animal Care team. As a seasonal Adoption Counselor at WHS, you will make an impact by offering valuable services to the community and providing support to animals. You will also have the opportunity to learn from and work alongside veterinary professionals, behavior experts, and a dedicated management team. If you're looking for the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of thousands of animals and the people who love them, while working alongside a committed, passionate, fun, and supportive team, apply today!

Position Summary

Job Responsibilities

• Commit to a welcoming, supportive, and non-judgmental approach with all clients, callers, and coworkers
• Help animals find new homes via our same-day adoption process
• Support client questions in person, by phone, and via email
• Process register transactions and support customers with products in retail store
• Maintain accurate and objective records in our animal management software
• Work cooperatively within your own department and cross departmentally
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Available to work daytime, evening, and weekend shifts
• Position begins mid-May and concludes in September, dates negotiable
• Must be able to routinely carry 25lbs and up to 50lbs
• Must be committed to our organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness, innovation, professionalism, equity, and positive approach
• Ability to partner with clients, staff, and volunteers from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to manage assigned personal schedule and timecard
• Prior client services and animal experience a plus
• Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply

Hiring Range and Benefits

Hiring range: $13.75/hour Benefits Part-time staff are eligible for the following benefits:

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 30% off adoption fees
• 30% off manners classes and behavior consultations
• 20% off youth programs
• Event discounts
• Animal Antics retail discounts
• Limited wellness/veterinary care services for companion animals

Come see why over 280 staff call WHS home! You'll be happy you did!

About us:

The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is the oldest and largest shelter in Wisconsin. It was founded in 1879 and operates shelters in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Door, Brown, and Kenosha Counties, as well as a Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allis and a wildlife rehabilitation center in Milwaukee. The organization offers adoption services, youth programs, low-cost veterinary resources, retail stores, volunteer programs, dog training classes, and much more. WHS is an independent nonprofit and receives no general government funding and is not part of any national umbrella group.

The Wisconsin Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Application instructions:

Click on "Apply Now" to begin your online employment application. We will reach out to you via the e-mail you provided or by phone once we have an update on your application.