EmailMe Form - Foster Coordinator Application Form

Foster Coordinator Application Form

Help Us Make a Difference!
Toronto Cat Rescue has no main shelter; the majority of our cats are homed in over 500 foster homes. Foster coordinators ensure that both cats and their caregivers receive the support they need throughout their length of stay in the foster program.

This role requires daily monitoring of your email. It is often time-consuming and sometimes stressful. It will take up to a year to fully grasp the multi-faceted demands of this integral role. The effort is great, but the difference you will make in the lives of hundreds of cats is well worth it.

We are activly recruting Foster Coordinators for Toronto & Waterloo Region- Apply today!

Name and Address
Name *
First Last
Current Address *

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code
Phone *
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Email *
General information
Volunteering age *
I am 18 years old +
Current TCR role *
Enter N/A if you are not a Volunteer with us.
How many hours are you available each day to commit to this role? *
This position is most demanding during the evenings and weekends. Please provide your availability and level of flexibility. *
Are you able to make a 12-month commitment to this role? *
*** Volunteers will be required to go through approximately 3-4 hours of training for this role ***
How did you hear about this volunteer position? *
Why do you want to be a foster Coordinator? *
Experience
Do you have previous experience volunteering or working in/for a shelter, an animal rescue or vet clinic? *
If yes, what was your role with them?
No need to answer if not applicable
Do you have experience with: *
Shy cats/kittens
Queens/nursing kittens
Kittens- No Queen
Undersocialized and fearful cats
Feral kittens
Medicating cats/kittens
None of the above
Can you share your experience and knowledge regarding medical issues in cats? *
Enter N/A if you do not have knowledge or experience
Where did you gain this knowledge & experience?
No need to answer if not applicable
Can you describe any experience or training you have in handling cats with behavioral issues, such as fear-related problems? *
Enter N/A if you do not have experience
Where did you gain this knowledge & experience?
No need to answer if not applicable
Describe past experiences which you think have prepared you to take on the role of Foster Coordinator. *
Ability to deal with stressful situations.
How confident are you in de-escalating situations and managing individuals' emotions? *
Can you share a specific experience from your previous work where you had to help de-escalate a situation and manage someone's emotions? *
Foster Coordinators frequently handle situations and emotions of foster parents worried about cat health issues.
How would you support a foster parent in de-escalating a situation and managing their emotions while addressing their concerns about their foster cat's health? *
How would you handle a situation where a foster parent insists their foster cat is not ready for adoption, despite the cat being ready? *
Organizational
Foster Coordinators often have to deal with a high volume of email inquiries and demanding situations which need immediate attention.
How do you prioritize and manage a high volume of email inquiries while handling urgent and demanding situations effectively? *
How do you stay organized to ensure you meet required follow-up dates? *
Please rate your skill level on the listed items below. *

Beginner Intermediate Advanced Expert

General Computer Skills

Excel

Google Drive

Gmail
We require all volunteers to subscribe to electronic newsletters as this is how TCR communicates important messages to volunteers. Will not send you any other type of email you prefer not to receive.

By signing below, I acknowledge that the information provided on this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. If at any time the information I have provided changes, I will provide the updated information to Toronto Cat Rescue.
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General Computer Skills
Excel
Google Drive
Gmail

Name and Address

General information

Experience

Ability to deal with stressful situations.

Foster Coordinators frequently handle situations and emotions of foster parents worried about cat health issues.

Organizational

We require all volunteers to subscribe to electronic newsletters as this is how TCR communicates important messages to volunteers. Will not send you any other type of email you prefer not to receive.