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Adoption Counselor
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CEDAR BEND HUMANE SOCIETY
Waterloo, IA (In Person)
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Adoption Counselor | Animal Care & Adoption Services About the Role Cedar Bend Humane Society is seeking energetic, outgoing, and compassionate animal advocates to join our Adoption Counselor team. Adoption Counselors play a key role in helping animals find lifelong homes while creating positive experiences for adopters, volunteers, and visitors. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with both people and animals and wants to make a direct impact in the lives of homeless pets. Schedule 20-30 hours per week Shifts between 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Includes weekends and some holidays Pay Starting at $13.50 per hour Primary Responsibilities Guide potential adopters through the adoption process and help match families with appropriate pets Process adoption applications, contracts, and related paperwork Provide excellent customer service to visitors, adopters, volunteers, and community members Answer questions from adopters and provide guidance on pet care and behavior Handle and care for animals of various species, sizes, and temperaments Clean and maintain kennels, cages, adoption areas, and shelter facilities Complete office tasks and data entry Assist with volunteer interactions, fundraising events, and shelter programs Support daily shelter operations and assist other departments as needed Qualifications Strong customer service and communication skills Comfortable handling animals of various species, sizes, and temperaments Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Comfortable balancing animal care, customer service, and administrative tasks Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical tasks throughout the shift Dependable with strong attendance and reliability Must be available to work weekends and some holidays Able to work independently and as part of a team Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment Reliable transportation This position involves signing legal documents; applicants must be 18+. Work Environment Frequent standing, walking, lifting, bending, and cleaning Regular interaction with a variety of animal species and the public Indoor and outdoor work in all weather conditions Fast-paced, team-oriented environment Core Expectations Commitment to representing CBHS mission and values professionally Treats animals humanely with respect and compassion, both on and off the job About Cedar Bend Humane Society Cedar Bend Humane Society is an open-admission, full-service animal shelter serving Black Hawk County. We are dedicated to placing animals in lifelong, loving homes and providing care for animals in need. How to Apply Send your resume to: adoptionsupervisor@cedarbendhumane.org