Wisconsin Humane Society - Ozaukee Campus

Youth programs volunteer - Milwaukee, Ozaukee, and Racine Campuses

The Wisconsin Humane Society offers fun and engaging youth programs for kids ages 4-18. There are many opportunities to get involved in youth programs and the work we do every day to engage young people in our mission. Lead youth on tours, engage children in fun activities about animals, or help facilitate animal interactions during programs.

 

Volunteers work alongside staff to help lead activities, crafts and games during youth programs.

 Programs and schedule:

 • Kids’ Night Out: Every second Friday of each month, 5:00-7:30 p.m.

 • Birthday Party Host: Select Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and/or 1:00-3:00 p.m.

 • Girl Scouts Night: Every third Thursday of each month, 5:00-7:00 p.m.

 • Field trips: Select Tuesdays-Thursdays from 10:00-11:00 a.m.

 • Camps: One-day camps during winter and spring breaks and weeklong camps during the summer, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

 • Volunteers set their own schedules based on their availability and program need

 

Qualifications and requirements:

• At least 18 years old (or 13-17 years old if volunteering with an adult)

• Experience working with youth is a plus

• Comfortable working independently

• Comfortable speaking in front of groups

• Demonstrates safe animal handling skills with positive reinforcement

• Willingness to be flexible

 On-boarding process and training:

• In-person meet & greet with youth programs staff

• Dog walker training and/or cat handling training (depending on program)

• Background check

• Other trainings as assigned