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Brave Like Me · 1 month ago

Brave Pets Onsite Liaison - Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$15/hr - $20/hr

Brave Like Me is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing joy to children with complex medical conditions. The Brave Pets On-Site Liaison coordinates visits between hospitalized children and their pets, overseeing volunteers and ensuring a compassionate and safe reunion experience.

CommunitiesNon ProfitSocial

Responsibilities

Serve as the on-site point of contact for families, volunteers, hospital staff, and Brave Like Me headquarters staff

Coordinate and host pet reunions, ensuring a positive and safe experience for all participants

Supervise and support volunteers during operations

Assist with setup, cleaning, and resetting the Pet Center between visits

Communicate regularly with hospital staff to ensure smooth scheduling and patient flow

Share reunion stories, photos, and updates with Brave Like Me HQ staff for impact reporting and storytelling

Maintain compliance with hospital safety, HIPAA, and all Brave Like Me protocols

Remain attentive and responsive to the needs of children, families, and pets during visits

Qualification

Healthcare experienceChild life servicesVolunteer coordinationCommunication skillsProblem solving skillsFirst Aid/CPR certificationHIPAA compliancePet-handling basicsEmpathyInterpersonal skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalent required

Comfortable around animals of all sizes (including large dogs and cats)

Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work with children, families, and medical staff with empathy and professionalism

Ability to handle emotional situations with sensitivity and calm

Strong problem solving skills

Must complete all required hospital clearances and Brave Like Me training (may include First Aid/CPR, HIPAA compliance, additional safety training and pet-handling basics)