Plainfield Area Humane Society

Elijah joined the PAHS team in June 2019 to aid in the efforts to end animal homelessness. Before joining PAHS, he received his Master’s degree in Animal Shelter Management while working with shelters and TNR organizations to improve their business processes and animal welfare best practices. His interest in animal welfare and nonprofit administration stems from his time working in the tech industry and New York City animal shelters. He knew he wanted a career where he could utilize his passion and education in animal sciences, along with his skills in business management. PAHS will be left in his capable hands and heading in an exciting new direction.

Josh takes extreme pride as an Animal Control officer and the Director of Operations at PAHS. Every animal deserves a second chance, and he strives to ensure they receive that opportunity of a lifetime. He is dedicated and works hard, not only for the animals in need, but also to give his pets a better life. When he is not at work, Josh spends his free time watching anime and playing video games.

John started out in human services and knew that he wanted to explore the intersections between animal welfare and human welfare; what better place to do that than PAHS. He is also an Animal Control Officer and that has taught him much about animal legislation on the local level and improved his understanding of how shelters should and could interact with the community.

Joan began her association with PAHS in 1985 as a weekend volunteer. During that time, she became certified as an Animal Control Officer. In 2014, she decided to work part time with the animals she loves and respects, and continues to contribute to the well being of the animals in our care.

Officer Shaune Jones has been employed with PAHS since 2015. In addition to being certified as an Animal Control Officer, he is also an Animal Cruelty Investigator and a member of the N.J. Animal Control Association. Shaune has a long history working with animals including domestic and wildlife, and is happy to have a rewarding career working with animals and helping people.

Wally started in telecommunication in 1965 and retired in 2002 as Director of Northeast operations, supervising a team of 914 employees and generating $95+MM. Throughout his career, Wally received the Leaders in Excellence award from BellAtlantic and was inducted into the William L. Dickinson School Hall of Fame. After retirement, Wally heard the Plainfield Area Humane Society needed help and was hired to take care of the cats.

Helen started volunteering at PAHS to find something to get her out of the house and working with animals. Throughout her time as a volunteer, Helen enjoyed working with animals and with the team so much that she applied for a job as soon as one became available! Helen believes, and the rest of the team agrees, that the cats really enjoy having her at PAHS to take care of them.

Karl has always had a passion for animals due to his father working at a zoo. It comes naturally for him to work with animals. He has developed an interest in rescue outreach; finding happy outcomes for pets is fulfilling. Karl has his Animal Control Officer license and one day would like to get a pilot's license so he can conduct rescue flights himself.

She has always had a passion for animals due to having loved her own growing up, so it was a no brainer to come and work with them.

Two years ago, I came to PAHS to adopt my puppy who they rescued from the south and I have had such a lasting impression ever since. I knew I wanted to come back and work with all of the pets that are waiting for their forever love like my little guy was.