ASPCA Job Posting
July 5, 2010
Title: Manager, Animal Assisted Therapy Programs
Department/Division: Community Initiatives
Supervisor’s Title: Senior Director, Community Initiatives
Job Summary:
The Manager of Animal Assisted Therapy Programs manages all aspects of the ASPCA/Delta Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) program including planning and budget oversight. As well as training and screening of Pet Partners and evaluation of placement sites. This position is also responsible for scheduling trainings and providing instruction for current and new Pet Partner teams at both the 92nd Street headquarters and other locations around NYC. This position will take an active role in ASPCA Partnership as needed.
Job Responsibilities:
- Screen and council Pet Partner volunteers
- Assess Pet Partner volunteers’ skill and interest
- Oversee the placement of Pet Partner volunteers in NYC
- Schedule training classes, evaluations and workshops for Pet Partner volunteers
- Recruit and assess healthcare and educational facilities in NYC for placements
- Supervise volunteers during visits as needed
- Coordinate AAT evaluations, workshops and events
- Maintain ongoing communication with regional Pet Partners
- Assist with the management of all budget tasks related to the AAT program including collecting and depositing workshop fees
- Assist in the development of program goals, objectives and tactics
- Respond to requests for information from Pet Partners and the general public
- Present educational programs about AAT
- Assist the Delta Society evaluator during AAT evaluations
- Promote training classes and Delta Pet Partner program to general public through media outlets and community outreach
- Design and execute a training program for people and their pets who are interested in becoming Delta Pet Partners
- Organize training classes and Pet Partner 1-day seminars both at 92nd St. and in other boroughs
- Write reports and brochures
- Support and participate in all other activities as identified by the Senior Director
- Consult with Community Liaisons on AAT
Education:
- Bachelors degree required
- Graduate work in Psychology, Education or Social Work a plus
- Delta Society Pet Partner certification or the equivalent
- Certified professional dog trainer (CPDT)
- Delta Society licensed instructor a plus
Experience:
- Three to five years of AAT experience.
Knowledge Requirements:
- Animal behavior
- Animal Assisted Therapy
- Delta Society’s Standards of Practice
- Animal Welfare Issues
Skills Requirements:
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Risk Assessment
- Microsoft Office Suite programs
- Strategic planning & budget oversight
Training Requirements:
- Valid Driver’s License a plus
Additional Information:
- Frequent travel required.
- Must occasionally lift and move up to 35 pounds.
- Must be self-guided individual requiring minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a remote office.
- Must be able to work weekends regularly (Work week is generally Tuesday – Saturday)
- Must be able to travel throughout NYC
We encourage a candidate who demonstrates outstanding inter-personal communication and the ability to work in a team environment or independently, with a high degree of integrity and accountability.
If interested please email resume cover letter and salary requirements to
Our generous benefit package includes the following for full-time employees and (if qualified, we offer domestic partner coverage!) Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, 401(k), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Transit checks, Tuition Assistance Program, Training Seminars, EAP, 50% hospital discount, Vacation, Sick, Personal & Company Holiday time off.
Noah’s Ark Events and Promotions
July 5, 2010
Noah’s Ark is a non-profit organization caring for animals for more than 40 years. We operate a limited admission facility that operates under an “adoption focused” philosophy, meaning no adoptable pet will be euthanized due to age, breed, lack of space or modifiable behavioral issues. Noah’s Ark also operates a Spay-Neuter Hotline that people can call for coupons for reduced spay or neuter services from a network of veterinarians in the community. We rely on donations from the public to support our work. For more information, visit www.NoahsArkNJ.org
Promotions
Several various puppy mill breeds like Pekingese, Chihuahua, Shih Tzu, Griffon, Golden Retriever, Japanese Chin, Terrier Mixes are available to adopt
Adopt Events
4H Fair July 24 & 25 from 10am-4pm
Fundraisers
Supply Drive
Sunday July 11 from 12-3 PM at Wal-Mart – Ledgewood, NJ
Best Discount Pet Supplies
When you make a purchase at BestDiscountPetSupplies.com and enter the coupon code Noah1915 during checkout, you automatically receive a 5% discount on your purchase and 10% of the sale is donated to Noah’s Ark.
Pamper yourself & help shelter animals with Avon
Don’t forget to purchase Avon makeup, bath & body, hair care, foot care and gift items during the month of June and 30% of the sales will be donated to Noah’s Ark! It’s easy: Just follow the customized link (it’s new and even easier to navigate) http://tdignam.avonrepresentative.com/
that will bring you directly to the site to place an order.
Haircuts to Purrrfection
For every supporter who comes to Sissorhands Salon & Spa and mentions that you are a supporter of Noah’s Ark, Scissorhands Salon & Spa will donate 5% of the cost of services to the cats and dogs awaiting adoption now through December 2010. Stop in and get a haircut to purrrfection or a massage for man’s best friend. Bark Loud for Noah’s Ark at Sicissorhands Salon & Spa.
Sissorhands Salon & Spa
394 East Main Street
Rockaway, NJ 07866
scissorhandssalon.com
973-627-6606
Plan your Summer Vacation with Byram Travel! Did you know that when you book a trip with Byram Travel, you will also be supporting the homeless dogs and cats that reside at Noah’s Ark? That’s right — For every trip booked, Byram Travel will make a donation to benefit the shelter. A 10 Day NCL cruise on the Norwegian Gem from NYC, no flying, January 22, 2011 Get out of the cold. Cruise from New York City to San Juan, St. Thomas, Antigua, St. Maarten and Tortola then back to New York City. Rates start at $769 per person for an inside stateroom plus $157.51 tax. To start planning your vacation today, contact: Byram Travel 21 Us Highway 206 Stanhope, NJ 07874 973-347-8800 regina@byramtravel.com www.byramtravel.com
Walk Your Dog with Love — Purchase this special, no-pull dog harness while benefitting Noah’s Ark!
Visit:http://www.walkyourdogwithlove.com/RESCUES/WYDWLNOAHSARKNJ020410 today to see what it’s all about!
Nature Names’ custom, personalized art will make a great gift for anyone while benefitting Noah’s Ark! Nature Names will make a 20% donation to the shelter for every order received using Promo Code “NOAH.” Nature Names is the home of custom, personalized children’s and pet art. Just supply the information and Nature Names creates a unique, custom print that will be cherished for years! Choose from their selection of frames, mats and color schemes. Your name plaque will be created and shipped ANYWHERE in the U.S.! Don’t know the spelling? That’s OK; they’ll love a Nature Names gift certificate! To order, call 888-336-8502 or order online at http://www.babynamegiftart.com.
Are you a coffee lover? Moon Doggie Coffee Roasters will donate 20% of each order to Noah’s Ark! Order online at http://moondoggiecoffee.com. You must mention “Noah’s Ark” in the “Comments” section when placing your order.
Recycling Cash for Trash Program — Help Homeless Animals while Helping the Environment! Do you have an HP, Lexmark, Xerox, Compaq, Brother, Dell, Canon or Apple printer? Did you know that any original manufacturer inkjet cartridge with a print head can be recycled, regardless of brand or type?
Noah’s Ark is participating in a fabulous program with Empties4Cash. Simply bring your used inkjet cartridges to the shelter during operating hours to the collection box available inside the shelter. Noah’s Ark will receive up to $4 for each cartridge turned in.
Please drop off your empty cartridges inside the shelter during operating hours in a paper lunch bag or wrapped in newspaper — they are more environmentally friendly than plastic bags.
Please do not drop off toner cartridges — Empties4Cash does not accept them at this time.
Empties4Cash does not accept remanufactured, refilled or damaged cartridges, as well as cartridges that do not have print heads!
Noah’s Ark Adoption Hours
Monday 11am-7pm
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 11am-5:00pm
Wednesday Closed
Saturday & Sunday 11am-3:30pm
Closed on Wednesdays and all major holidays
Noah’s Ark Animal Welfare Association, Inc.
1915 Route 46 West
Ledgewood, NJ 07852
Shelter: 973-347-0378
Spay/Neuter Hotline: 973-347-5469
www.noahsarknj.org
1st Annual Beefsteak Dinner & Casino Night Fundraiser
July 5, 2010
1st Annual Beefsteak Dinner & Casino Night Fundraiser
Friends of Homeless Animals of No. NJ, Inc
September 11th, 2010
Ridge Wood Elks Club at 111 Maple Avenue, Ridge Wood NJ
7pm-11pm
Advance tickets are $65 and can be purchased by mail or online
Includes:
Complete Beefsteak Dinner including salad, fresh fruit dessert, coffee and tea
Beer, Wine and Soda throughout the evening
$50 in Casino Cash- additional chips can be purchased
Casino Games include - Black Jack, Texas Hold’em, Craps, Roulette and Money Wheel and will be operated by a professional casino vendor-Basket Raffle ends the evening festivities- Cash in your casino winnings for tickets for the basket raffle - Great Prizes!!
Visit the EVENT page at our website at www.foha.petfinder.com to order on line. Mail ticket requests to Friends of Homeless Animals PO Box 143 Hawthorn, NJ 07507
Save the Animals Rescue Team presents their 10th Annual Tricky Tray!
July 5, 2010
The event theme this year is “Go Green” to bring awareness to the environment we share with the animals and to support animal rescue.
Enjoy an afternoon brunch, chances to win great prizes and a 50/50 cash drawing. Our good friend “STAR” the Psychic will be joining us once again to give you a glimpse into your future. Let the magic continue by helping us save lives and continue with our rescue efforts.
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Crowne Plaza Hotel
690 Route 46 East, Fairfield, NJ
12:00 noon-4:00 p.m. (doors open at 11am)
Tickets are $45 per person and includes an all you can eat brunch (scrambled eggs, French toast, bacon, sausage, bagels, muffins, pastries, chicken, pasta, salads, fresh fruits and dessert), and unlimited juices, coffee and soda.
Early Bird Special! Save $5!
Purchase your tickets by July 31st for $40 per person!
GET THE EARLY BIRD SPECIAL BUY NOW!!!
To purchase tickets, by mail please visit our website at www.startpets.net or email trickytray@startpets.net. (Advance ticket sales only for this event.)
All proceeds go directly to S.T.A.R.T. to assist in their rescue efforts!!
Chili’s Dogs & Kool Kats Fiesta
July 5, 2010
Join PASS (Parsippany Animal Supporters Society) as we “pepper” in some fun at Chili’s while enjoying great southwest favorites like fajitas, nachos or quesadillas. They also have burgers, salads, ribs and steaks.
If you are trying to eat healthier, check out their Guiltless Grill® menu with entrees under 750 calories. Bring the whole family for a fiesta and help homeless animals too.
Where: Chili’s Grill & Bar
1540 Route 46 West, Parsippany, NJ
When: Wednesday, July 21st
Lunch or dinner - dine-in or take-out
Just drop your receipt and participation coupon in the designated box and Chili’s will donate a portion of your bill (excluding alcoholic beverages) to PASS.
Don’t forget to mention the PASS promotion when ordering and turn in your participation slip when you pick up your order. To print a copy of the participation slip - visit www.pass4pets.org, click on the Activities page and select Events.
For more information call 973-402-7387, Box #4.