Foster Coordinator

Atlanta Humane Society And Society; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlanta Humane Society is seeking a dedicated Foster Coordinator to oversee the foster program in West Midtown, Atlanta. You will recruit, screen, and train foster volunteers, ensure compliance with AHS and USDA guidelines, and manage home checks and placement.

You will document and monitor medical care, coordinate vaccines, and provide regular reports to the Foster Manager, helping animals progress to adoption while maintaining safety and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor? no; High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two to three years' animal handling experience.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must have a valid driver's license in good standing and be insurable.
• Willing to be trained on animal diseases, medications and treatment protocols.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent implementation and ongoing maintenance of the foster program.
• Conduct regular recruitment, screening and training for foster volunteers in accordance with AHS policies and procedures.
• Deliver specialized foster training to ensure foster homes are well equipped and prepared to support the program.
• Ensure that foster parents are following all relevant AHS and Department of Agriculture guidelines.
• Conduct and document home checks according to the Department of Agriculture guidelines.
• Identify appropriate animals for foster placement.
• Coordinate the placement and transfer of animals into appropriate foster homes in accordance with the foster family's skill level and availability.
• Maintain roster of available foster families and communicate availability of fosters to appropriate department point(s) of contact.
• Monitor compliance with foster procedures to ensure that animals are receiving proper medical treatment and follow up.
• Monitor progress of animals in the foster program; Ensure foster animals are being socialized properly and making progress in their rehabilitation allowing them to be moved into the adoption program in an efficient manner
• Work closely with Shelter Medicine team to make appointments for foster families with medical and surgical appointments and ensure that appointments are kept
• Maintain all necessary documentation of drug usage and prescriptions in PetPoint as instructed by shelter veterinarian for foster animals
• Provide detailed regular reports to Foster Manager
• Schedule and complete routine vaccine appointments.
• May take pictures and provide bio information on animals

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Animal handling

Records management

Foster program coordination

Conflict resolution

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job DetailsJob Location: West Midtown - Atlanta, GA 30318Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent implementation and ongoing maintenance of the foster program.
• Conduct regular recruitment, screening and training for foster volunteers in accordance with AHS policies and procedures
• Deliver specialized foster training to ensure foster homes are well equipped and prepared to support the program
• Ensure that foster parents are following all relevant AHS and Department of Agriculture guidelines
• Conduct and document home checks according to the Department of Agriculture guidelines
• Identify appropriate animals for foster placement
• Coordinate the placement and transfer of animals into appropriate foster homes in accordance with the foster family's skill level and availability
• Maintain roster of available foster families and communicate availability of fosters to appropriate department point(s) of contact
• Monitor compliance with foster procedures to ensure that animals are receiving proper medical treatment and follow up
• Monitor progress of animals in the foster program; Ensure foster animals are being socialized properly and making progress in their rehabilitation allowing them to be moved into the adoption program in an efficient manner
• Work closely with Shelter Medicine team to make appointments for foster families with medical and surgical appointments and ensure that appointments are kept
• Maintain all necessary documentation of drug usage and prescriptions in PetPoint as instructed by shelter veterinarian for foster animals
• Provide detailed regular reports to Foster Manager
• Schedule and complete routine vaccine appointments.
• May take pictures and provide bio information on animals

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of two - three years' animal handling experience
• Proven ability to exercise independent judgment, decision making and elevate issues appropriately
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality in sensitive, complex, and/or controversial situations
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Self-reliant, highly motivated, and positive attitude
• A passionate advocate for and desire to work with animals
• Knowledge of animal welfare in a shelter environment is beneficial
• Willing to be trained on animal diseases, medications and treatment protocols
• Willing to be trained to administer vaccines, deworming, fluids and fecal testing
• Basic computer knowledge in a Windows environment and willing to be trained on multiple computer applications that support our foster volunteer program
• Requires humane handling of animals and the safe handling of cleaning supplies, chemicals and equipment in compliance with safety rules and in accordance with SDS rules
• Physical efforts require constant bending, stooping and lifting up to 50 lbs. with reasonable accommodations.
• Safety procedures must be adhered to at all times
• Must have a valid driver's license in good standing and be insurable by AHS insurance carrier, and/or have reliable transportation, suited for the requirements of the position