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Position: Volunteer Program Assistant, Volunteer Services
Reports to: Volunteer Manager
Location: KW Centre 250 Riverbend Dr and/or Stratford Centre 125 Griffith Rd.
Position Summary: The Volunteer Program Assistant will be responsible for assisting in the recruitment, screening and training of volunteers and foster volunteers. Other responsibilities will include administrative support and scheduling support as well as the development of volunteer program committees.
Accountabilities:
Qualifications:
Other Requirements:
In addition to the duties listed above, the Centre expects the following of each volunteer:
Working Conditions:
Time Commitment:
Training:
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Benefits:
Application Process:
We thank all candidates for their applications; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences, as well as individuals of all abilities. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Volunteer Coordinator.
Position: Pet Pantry Volunteer
Reports to: Manager, Community Programs. In-directly to Volunteer Manager
Location: 250 Riverbend Dr. Kitchener
Position Summary:
This position is to assist in the successful running of the Pet Pantry at our Kitchener Centre location.
Accountabilities:
Qualifications:
Other Requirements
In addition to the duties listed above, the Centre expects the following of each volunteer:
Working Conditions
Time Frame
Monday, Tuesday and/or Wednesdays from 9:30am – 12pm
Training
Volunteers will receive onsite training by Program Manager or designate including proper health and safety protocols.
Benefits
Play an important role in the health and wellness of all animals in need in our community by helping members of your community access the supports they need for their pets.
REQUIREMENTS:
Volunteers MUST be 18 years of age or older
Volunteers must reside in Waterloo Region or Stratford Perth
Volunteers with pets must show proof of spay/neuter, current vaccines and if they have a dog(s), a current license tag(s)
Volunteers, if renting, must show landlord consent for animals in the home
Volunteers must have a separate area for fosters
Volunteers must have the time to care for the animals
Volunteers must have access to transportation for vet appointments/ medical emergencies
Volunteers must also have a working email address
2 letters of reference will be required in order to proceed foster application process
Are you a high school student in Stratford Perth or the Kitchener Waterloo area (including surrounding townships of Woolwich, Wellesley and Wilmot) looking for ways to complete your community service hours? Would you like to play an important role in the lives of cats and small animals in your community. Would you like to help them by providing a safe space for them to stay until they are ready to find their forever home?
If you love cats and small animals and would like to support them on their journey to finding their forever homes, then check out our Stratford Perth Student Foster Program! As one of our student foster caregivers and under the supervision of a parent or guardian, you can earn your community involvement hours by being a foster caregiver to one of our cats or small animals.
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We are leaders in animal welfare in our communities and committed to promoting the human-animal bond, while focusing on the responsible treatment of animals through education, collaboration, compliance, advocacy and care.
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