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Intervention Specialist – Internship Opportunity

The County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) is recruiting for an Intervention Specialist internship position, which will be provide duties onsite at one of DACC’s seven animal care centers. Please see below for more information and on how to submit an application:

Interested candidates should submit their resumes to: dacchr@animalcare.lacounty.gov

Job Duties:

  • Administer specialized pet intervention programs to support the operations of an
    animal care center.
  • Provide essential information and referral services to pet owners considering
    surrendering their pets or needing pet-related resources.
  • Contribute to developing and implementing objectives, policies, and procedures
    within the scope of pet intervention services.
  • Plan, initiate, and coordinate specialized programs to keep pets and pet owners
    together.
  • Engage in community activities and organizations to identify needs, develop
    service resources, and garner community support.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Option l: 1-year experience in human services, including employment, social
    welfare, social work, or community services -OR-
  • Option ll: Completion of 9 units from an accredited college, including coursework
    in any of the following fields: Human Services, Social Work, Education,
    Sociology, or another closely related field.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with animal welfare, understanding of common barriers to pet
    ownership, and knowledge of Los Angeles County communities, demographics,
    and policies.
  • 1-year experience in human services, including employment, social welfare, social work, or community services
  • Completion of 9 units from an accredited college, including coursework in any of the following fields: Human Services, Social Work, Education, Sociology, or another closely related field.
  • Bilingualism.

Job Description:

The Intervention Specialist will play a vital role in connecting with pet owners considering surrendering their pets and providing resources to enable them to retain their animals. Ideal candidates will possess backgrounds in animal welfare and counseling or social work, as the nature of these interactions may require multiple conversations and a wide knowledge of available resources.

In addition to facilitating connections and resource provision, the Intervention Specialist may coordinate waived fees for owners seeking to reclaim their pets. Data collection related to resources and pet assistance provided will be a crucial aspect of this role, aiding in determining areas of greatest need and showcasing the needs of pet owners in our communities.

The Intervention Specialist will work closely with care center staff and management to implement goals and optimize intervention services.