Volunteering - Cattery Adoption Floor Cleaner

Duties

The role of the Cattery Adoption Floor Cleaner volunteer is to assist cattery staff with morning duties of maintaining a healthy and happy environment by providing a clean space on the main floor of the cattery.

General Responsibilities

  • Sweep and mop all areas of the cattery main floor.
  • Clean side rooms and bank cages.
  • Remove and replace dirty blankets, bedding, and toys, as needed.
  • Brush cat trees and wash windows.
  • Change out litter pans, water bowls and food bowls.


Shift Times
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.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 while working on the cattery main floor and in side rooms.
  • Ability to work around strong odors and cleaning chemicals.
  • Ability to bend, squat, reach and lift in order access and put away supplies, sweep and mop, and replace bedding, toys, litter pans, and food/water dishes.
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally with cattery staff and other volunteers.


Cognitive Capabilities

  • Ability to understand, remember, and following 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.


Training Requirements

Cattery 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 Adoption Floor Cleaner 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.