Thank you for your interest in volunteering!
Please note that currently we are only recruiting for the positions listed below.
If you are looking for a different volunteer experience please check back periodically as positions are updated regularly.
Due the volume of applications received please be patient in waiting for a response. Applications are prioritized by the positions most needed at the time.
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Position: Animal Care – Adoption Cats
Reports to: Volunteer Manager or Designate
Location: 125 Griffith Rd, Stratford Ontario N5A 6S4
Position Summary:
The purpose of this job is to assist our Animal Care Staff with maintaining a clean and healthy atmosphere and helping with general animal husbandry.
Accountabilities:
In addition to the duties listed above, the Centre expects the following of each volunteer:
• Adhere to HSKWSP volunteer policies and procedures: works in safe manner; acts as a role model within and outside the Centre
• Performs duties as needed and maintains a positive and respectful attitude
• Communicate regularly with supervisor about concerns
• Consistently reports for the volunteer role and prepared to perform duties of the position
Qualifications:
Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Time Commitment:
Training
Training is provided in person on site.
Impact:
Application Process: Please apply online through Volunteer Portal
Position: Canine Companion
Reports to: Volunteer Coordinator (indirectly) Canine Specialist (directly)
Location: 250 Riverbend Drive, Kitchener
Position Summary:
The purpose of this job is to train, socialize, and exercise our adoption dogs, maintaining their wellbeing while in a shelter environment.
Accountabilities:
Qualifications:
Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Volunteer role is completed both inside and outside in all weather.
Time Frame
Monday through Friday shifts are 10:00am to 12:00pm, 12:00-2:00pm, 3:30-5:30pm
Saturday and Sunday shifts are 10:00am-12:00pm, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Training
Impact
Be part of a team that values the health, wellness and safety of all animals in our communities and beyond
Set our dogs on the path to finding their forever homes! In this role you will help the dogs in our care learn new skills through training. You will provide loving, enriching and supportive care for each dog showing them how special they are!
Benefits
Support and Supervision
Volunteers will work under indirect supervision of volunteer manager or designated staff member working with volunteers to ensure health and safety of both volunteers and staff.
Position: Pet Pantry Volunteer
Reports to: Community Outreach Coordinator. In-directly to Volunteer Manager
Location: 125 Griffith Rd. Stratford
Position Summary:
This position is to assist in the successful running of the Pet Pantry at our Stratford 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
Fridays - 3.5 hours (flexible)
Training
Volunteers will receive onsite training by Program Coordinator 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 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
Position: Shelter Helper/ Food Fairy
Reports to: Animal Care Manager and Volunteer Coordinator
Location: 125 Griffith Rd. Stratford
Position Summary: Volunteers will work with the animal care team in completing morning cleaning and feeding of all animals in care.
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Impact:
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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