Student (Community Hours)
Note: Due to a high volume of Student Applications, only those who are accepted will be contacted to move forward. Because of limited shift availability, Student Volunteers are normally accommodated during the spring to summer months. If you have any questions or would like to inquire about the status of your application, please contact our Community Engagement Coordinator at (807) 475-8803 Ext. 307.
We appreciate your patience and thank you for your interest in Volunteering with our organization!
Purpose of role:
To obtain community service hours to put towards graduation, all while assisting within the shelter completing various tasks
Qualifications:
- Must meet age requirements (over 14 years of age with adult supervision/signed parental or guardian consent, 16 years of age with signed parental or guardian consent, or 18 years of age or older)
- Able to lift 15 pounds
- Able to assist with tedious tasks including (but not limited to) dishes, laundry, general maintenance of building (i.e sweeping and mopping floors, taking out garbages, cleaning windows, surfaces, etc).
- Familiar with animal behaviours and body language
- Able to work with minimal supervision once trained
- Able to work with all animal species (cats, dogs, small animals, reptiles, etc).
- Able to communicate with Animal Care Staff or CEC if animal medical or behavioral issue arises
- Stay consistent with logging hours (signing in and out) and maintaining a commitment to shifts
- Follow all shelter protocols, practices and instructions as directed by TBDHS
Primary Tasks/Responsibilities:
- Cleaning of shelter: Dishes, Laundry, Donation Organization, Garbages, Recycling, Poop Scooping when weather permits, Kennel Cleaning when needed
- Providing play and/or exercise with animals
- Providing visual and vocal stimulation to animals
- Mild grooming (i.e brushing)
- Relaying information to Animal Care Workers or CEC if any underlaying issues arise
- Documentation of hours
Selection
As per TBDHS recruitment expectations, Volunteers must complete:
TBDHS Volunteer application form
Interview with Community Engagement Coordinator (in-person, Zoom or Facetime)
Once accepted, complete an in-person tour and orientation