Adoption Coordinator
Did You Know?
Of the many millions of dogs and cats surrendered to shelters or abandoned each year in the United States, approximately one million surrenders/abandonments were due to the owners financial inability to provide for the basic needs of their pets; pet food and veterinary care.
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you had to surrender your family pet(s) to a shelter simply because you could not afford to feed or provide basic veterinary care for them?
• Approximately 50% of pets surrendered to shelters never find a new home, and sadly, are euthanized.*
Our demographics - Who do we help?
Returning military veterans and their families; retired military veterans and seniors who are living on a fixed income; domestic violence families; medically stressed families - Cancer; Parkinson; ALS; MS and families that are still struggling from the recent COVID-19 Pandemic. We cut across all sectors of the populations and the need seems to be increasing not decreasing in people needing our help.
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Animal House Project / SafeHaven Animal Rescue Team
Position Overview
Animal House Project is seeking a compassionate, organized, and motivated volunteer to serve as a Rescue Adoption Coordinator . This vital role helps connect homeless animals with loving forever families while ensuring adopters receive guidance, communication, and support throughout the adoption process.
The Adoption Coordinator serves as one of the primary points of contact for potential adopters and plays a key role in helping rescued animals find safe, appropriate, and loving homes.
Key Responsibilities
Animal Marketing & Promotion
• Take quality photos and videos of adoptable animals
• Create engaging adoption biographies and social media posts
• Post animals on adoption websites, rescue platforms, Petfinder, Adopt-a-Pet, Facebook, and other approved channels
• Share updates, success stories, and adoption announcements
Adoption Application Management
• Review and organize incoming adoption applications
• Respond to inquiries from interested adopters in a timely and professional manner
• Conduct phone/email interviews with applicants
• Assist with reference checks and landlord verification when required
• Help determine appropriate adopter matches based on the animal’s needs and temperament
Adopter Communication
• Answer questions regarding available animals, adoption process, medical care, temperament, and expectations
• Maintain communication with applicants throughout the process
• Coordinate meet-and-greet appointments and adoption events
• Provide adoption follow-up support when needed
Rescue Coordination
• Work closely with foster homes, rescue volunteers, transporters, and veterinary partners
• Maintain organized records of applications, adoptions, and communications
• Help track adoption status and ensure paperwork is completed properly
Event & Community Support
• Assist at adoption events and community outreach activities when available
• Help represent Animal House Project and SafeHaven Animal Rescue Team professionally and compassionately
Ideal Volunteer Skills
• Strong communication and people skills
• Compassion for animals and people alike
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable using email, social media, and online adoption platforms
• Ability to multitask and respond professionally under pressure
• Basic photography/social media experience is helpful but not required
• Prior rescue or animal welfare experience preferred, but not mandatory
Time Commitment
Flexible volunteer opportunity with in-person responsibilities. Consistency and responsiveness are extremely important due to the time-sensitive nature of animal placements and adoption inquiries.
Why This Role Matters
Every application reviewed…
Every email answered…
Every photo posted…
…can mean the difference between an animal waiting in uncertainty and finally finding a loving forever home.
The Adoption Coordinator plays a direct role in saving lives and helping animals begin their next chapter.
💙 Together, we can turn rescue stories into happy endings.
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