What are the responsibilities and job description for the Companion Animal Welfare Coordinator position at ASPCA?
About the ASPCA's Recovery & Rehabilitation Center
The ASPCA's Recovery & Rehabilitation Center is a unique program dedicated to providing integrated sheltering, behavioral, and medical care for canine victims of cruelty. Located in Pawling, NY, the center works closely with ASPCA teams in New York City to help animals rescued in partnership with the NYPD.
Role Overview
This is an in-person position located in Pawling, NY, with a target start date of June 2, 2025. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality veterinary care to canines recovering from animal cruelty, collaborating with behavior and sheltering colleagues, and communicating regularly with the behavior team.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with behavior and sheltering colleagues to ensure cohesive care for animals and staff.
Communicate regularly with the behavior team using objective language and established communication systems.
Observe individual animals and the population for signs of illness, injury, or poor welfare.
Provide hands-on support during exams, surgery, specimen collection, and humane euthanasia procedures.
Administer medical treatment under the direction of a veterinarian and in accordance with state and federal laws.
Maintain active knowledge of daily procedures and protocols.
Provide administrative support to the Veterinary Services team.
Follow protocols to maintain chain of custody and dispose of forensic evidence.
Clean and disinfect kennels, equipment, and facility as needed.
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required, B.S. or B.A. preferred.
A minimum of one year handling and restraining dogs in a veterinary or shelter setting.
Fear Free Veterinary certification required within 60 days of hire.
Valid driver's license and ability to pass a motor vehicle history check.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 5% of the time.
Able to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Fluent in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with shelter software systems or Salesforce.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Able to regularly witness animals suffering medically and/or behaviorally.
Comfortable with humane euthanasia in theory and practice.
Demonstrates concern for safety and well-being of self, animals, and others.
Fosters collaboration and builds strong work relationships.
Flexible and adaptable, able to problem-solve and take initiative.
Resilient and able to bounce back from difficult situations.
Models transparency, integrity, honesty, and strong ethical principles.
Views conflict as generative and approaches hard conversations openly and kindly.
Values ongoing training and continuing education.
Willing and able to work in various environments, including indoor and outdoor spaces.
Able to lift and carry animals and equipment safely.
Comfortable with wearing Personal Protective Equipment.
