Adoption Counselor (REMOTE)

Adoption Counselor Remote Volunteer Position

Dallas Pets Alive! is a highly respected animal rescue organization and provides the perfect place to utilize your skills to grow personally and professionally. Our mission is to promote and provide the resources, education, and programs needed to eliminate the killing of companion animals in North Texas - and volunteers make our mission a reality.

With over 350 Volunteers on more than 10 teams, we have numerous opportunities for you to join our mission. By dedicating your valuable time to DPA, you are directly impacting our ability to achieve our organizational goals in a fun and supportive community. To learn more about Dallas Pets Alive! visit

As an adoption counselor, you’ll play a vital role on the adoption team by reviewing adoption applications and guiding applicants through the adoption process. Adoption Counselors help the pets in the DPA foster program find homes of their own, and help match make families to their new furry best friends.

Team : Adoption Team

Location Remote / Virtual :

Remote / Virtual - Virtual from anywhere, understanding we are in the CST timezone.

Time Commitment :

Between 6-15 Hours a week

Compensation : This is a Volunteer Position with no monetary compensation. After one year of service we issue a professional letter of recommendation from our Director of Volunteer Management and Human Resources, as well as a LinkedIn recommendation(s) as applicable.

Reports to : Adoption Counselor Lead

Position Responsibilities :

Review, approve, and handle adoption applications for assigned pets

Communicate with applicants and foster parents

Partner with the Foster team to help match applicants with pets that fit their lifestyles

Manage the contract, payment, and adoption finalization process

Assisting with any other duties needed to help drive Dallas Pets Alive!’s mission and support our values

Skills and Qualifications best suited for this position :

Strong sense of organization

Must be at least 18 years of age

Proficiency with Gmail and G-Suite applications

Fluency in English; bilingual a plus!

Ability to operate a computer or mobile device

The following activities are required :

The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.

Must not have conflicting associations with similar non-profit organizations or business(es) related to animal welfare

What we look for in our Volunteers :

Commitment to DPA!’s mission and values.

Excellent oral and written communication skills to maintain professional-level correspondence at all times.

A motivational, can-do attitude to represent DPA! in a positive manner to our supporters and the general public.

A problem-solving mindset to handle and diffuse challenging situations in a professional manner.

A love for animals and dedication to the cause of animal welfare.

Must not have conflicting associations with similar non-profit organizations or business(es) related to animal welfare.

Our Commitment to You :

DPA! is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse culture that reflects the uniqueness of the animals and the communities we serve. We embrace challenges and lead with positive intent, welcoming all people who have a caring and compassionate dedication to animal welfare.

Dallas Pets Alive! champions a world where :

Both ends of the leash are respected and honored. All individuals are treated with dignity, compassion, and understanding.

The golden rule is expected : Treat all living beings as you would like to be treated.

DPA! has a zero-tolerance discrimination policy. Unfair or prejudicial treatment of people and groups based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, or sexual orientation will not be tolerated.

To be considered for this position, please complete our Official Volunteer Application at

For general information about volunteering,

Dallas Pets Alive! is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse culture that reflects the uniqueness of the animals and communities we serve. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation. To request reasonable accommodation, contact volunteer@dallaspetsalive.org.

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