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.
