Volunteering - Cattery Closing Assistant

Duties

The role of the Cattery Closing Assistant Volunteer is to help Cattery Staff maintain a clean and safe work environment and to assist with the daily duties that prepare the Cattery to close down for the evening.

General Responsibilities

  • Finish washing/cleaning remaining dishes, litter pans, brooms and carriers.
  • Break Down, which is the cleaning of the kitchen, pan room and Cattery hallways.
  • Taking out the trash & recycling. (3-5pm shift only)
  • Checking/scooping litter pans, food and water for the cats that are on the Adoption Floor. (3-5pm shift only)
  • Helping with additional projects or cleaning tasks if other duties are completed.

Personal Protective Equipment (Provided)

  • Gloves
  • Safety glasses

Shift Times
1 p.m. - 3 p.m. and 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. -- 7 days a week

Qualifications

Greenhill Humane Society has the following requirements for participation in this position.

Physical Capabilities

  • Ability to stand, walk, and maneuver well in tight spaces for significant periods of time.
  • Ability to work around strong odors and cleaning chemicals.
  • Ability to bend, squat, reach and lift in order access and put away supplies.
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally with cattery staff and other volunteers.


Cognitive Capabilities

  • Ability to understand, remember, and follow instructions and procedures.
  • Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, or in a parent/youth or support team, while knowing when to ask for help if needed.
  • Basic understanding of cats, their body language and behavior.
  • Ability to adhere to safety standards by wearing personal protective equipment.


Training Requirements
Cattery Closing Assistant Training

Supervisor: Cattery Staff

It is our hope that the information provided serves as a thorough and useful tool for volunteers when deciding whether the Cattery Aide position at Greenhill Humane Society is the right fit for them. If you have any questions about these essential capabilities, or would like more information, please email the Volunteer Department at volunteer@green-hill.org, or call (541) 735-9339.