Managerial Development Plan

Smart Goals 

1. By June 10, 2026, I will design and implement a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for safe removal and return of dogs from kennels by collaborating with staff and the veterinary team, beginning the program with at least two volunteer groups, achieving 100% staff training completion, and reducing handling related safety incidents while ensuring the process is practical, clearly communicated, and integrated into daily shelter operations.

1. By July 10, 2026, I will develop and implement a structured self-care and we-care initiative to reduce compassion fatigue and burnout among shelter staff and volunteers, by introducing at least 3 stress management strategies, such as debrief sessions, scheduled breaks, and peer check-ins, establishing clear boundaries around workload and time off, and measuring success through staff participation rates and mid-point and final feedback survey that demonstrates improved well-being and overall support.