Adoption Counselor/Animal Care Technician - Kenosha Campus

Wisconsin Humane Society; Kenosha (WI); Presencial; USD 18.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with company/em

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending plans

Health savings account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adoption discounts

Staff training programs

Descripción de la vacante

The Wisconsin Humane Society in Kenosha is seeking Adoption Counselor/Animal Care Technicians (AC/ACT) for either part-time or full-time roles. You will work with veterinary professionals and staff to care for animals and assist with same-day adoptions.

You’ll provide daily care, maintain records, and support humane outreach while upholding compassion, respect, and teamwork. Training is provided, with opportunities to grow in a values-driven nonprofit environment.

Formación

• Demonstrated alignment with WHS mission and values of compassion, respect, and kindness
• Ability to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare work
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and rotating holidays
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Prior animal care experience is a plus
• Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply

Responsabilidades

• Provide animals with food, water, enrichment, and other essential daily needs
• Help animals find new homes via our same-day adoption process
• 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

Conocimientos

Compassion

Respect

Kindness

Innovation

Professionalism

Equity

Positive attitude

Emotional resilience

Flexible schedule

Animal care experience

Bilingual

Descripción del empleo

How you’ll impact our mission:The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is looking for (part-time or full-time) Adoption Counselor/Animal Care Technicians (AC/ACT) at the Kenosha Campus. 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!Key accountabilities:Provide animals with food, water, enrichment, and other essential daily needsHelp animals find new homes via our same-day adoption processCommit to a welcoming, supportive, and non-judgmental approach with all clients, callers, and coworkersMaintain clean animal housing following our high-standard cleaning guidelinesWelcome new arrivals via owner surrenders, stray intake, transfers from other organizations, and end-of-life servicesAdminister medical treatments under the direction of a veterinarianMaintain detailed and accurate records in our animal management softwareOther duties as assignedQualifications:Demonstrated alignment with our mission, people-centered philosophy, and organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness; innovation; professionalism; equity; and positive approachAbility to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare workAvailability to work some evenings, a weekend shift, and a rotating holidayAble 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.Prior animal care experience is a plusBilingual applicants are encouraged to applyHiring rate: $15/hourBenefits for our full-time staff include:Paid time off, including vacation, wellness, and holiday timeHealth, dental, and vision insurance403(b) retirement plan with company matchPaid family leaveGroup term and voluntary life insuranceShort-term and long-term disabilityFlexible spending plansHealth savings account (HSA)Supplemental benefits to cover unexpected expensesBenefits for all staff include:403(b) retirement planMental 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 yearLimited low-cost wellness and veterinary care services for staff members’ animalsDiscounts on adoption fees, training classes, youth programs, retail and eventsSupport for student loans: WHS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.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.