Foster Care Programs Lead

St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Humane Rescue Alliance (HRA) is seeking a Foster Program Coordinator in Washington, DC, to oversee daily foster operations. You will recruit, train, and support foster caregivers, coordinate animal placements, and collaborate with medical and behavior teams to ensure positive outcomes for animals in foster homes.

The role emphasizes coordination, caregiver onboarding, and ongoing support, with a focus on maintaining records and communication across teams to sustain lifesaving foster capacity.

Responsibilities

• Match animals with appropriate foster homes based on behavior and medical needs.
• Coordinate transport, supplies, and ongoing communication with foster families.
• Maintain timely, accurate records in shelter software systems (e.g., PetPoint).
• Recruit, screen, and onboard new Foster Caregivers and volunteers.
• Plan and conduct orientations, trainings, and workshops for foster caregivers and case managers.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for foster-related inquiries.

Skills

Foster care coordination

Recruitment

Training & onboarding

Communication

Volunteer management

Tools

PetPoint

Job description

Humane Rescue Alliance (HRA) is seeking a Foster Program Coordinator in Washington, DC, to oversee daily foster operations. You will recruit, train, and support foster caregivers, coordinate animal placements, and collaborate with medical and behavior teams to ensure positive outcomes for animals in foster homes.

The role emphasizes coordination, caregiver onboarding, and ongoing support, with a focus on maintaining records and communication across teams to sustain lifesaving foster capacity.