Dog Adoption Counselor
(Georgian Triangle Humane Society, Collingwood - 10th Line)
Position ID: V-CWD0172
Last Modified: 05 Aug 2024
Last Full Update: 05 Aug 2024
Opportunity Details: Dog Adoption Counselor
| Contact | Adrienne Thorp, Volunteer Program Supervisor, Georgian Triangle Humane Society; Phone: 705-445-5204 ext 230; Email: volunteer@gths.ca |
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| More Info Link | https://gths.ca/volunteer/dog-adoption-counselor/ |
| Benefits | Volunteer for a non-profit and make all the difference in the lives of dogs and people, by pairing GTHS dogs with their forever home. A GTHS T-shirt will be provided to wear for your shift |
| Clients | Members of the public: potential adopters |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Areas of Interest | Animal Services |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training - Relevant if supporting or training new volunteers ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work ; 18 years of age minimum, Demonstrates understanding and passion for animal welfare, Experience working with or handling dogs, Excellent customer service skills, Administrative skills, Ability to follow protocol, Knowledge of/experience with PetPoint an asset, Versed in using a device such as an iPad / tablet, Willingness to learn Cat Adoption Counselor role, to support teammates as needed (cross-training will be provided) |
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) - A minimum commitment of 6 months is required for all volunteer positions at the GTHS, unless otherwise noted ; At time of posting this, our Adoptions Team is in need of an Dog Adoption Counselor to join them on Fridays from 11.45am until approximately 4.15pm. The GTHS posts on Volunteer Connection to build awareness of volunteer opportunities. The vacancies we are actively looking to fill are posted on our live-updated website, however, applicants may apply for any position at any time and be waitlisted for their preferred position(s). To see our vacancies and to download / submit an application form, visit: https://www.gths.ca/volunteer/ |
| Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Small Group ; You will interact with one person, a couple or a family for each potential adoption that takes place |
| Minimum Hours | 4.5 / Week |
| Accessibility | Not Accessible |
| Location | 549 Tenth Line, Collingwood L9Y 0W1 |
| Number of Positions | Clearview (Simcoe County) ; Collingwood: 2 individual(s) ; Grey County ; Grey Highlands ; Simcoe County ; Wasaga Beach 2 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation - virtual ; Training is provided - one-to-one training/mentorship with an experienced volunteer ; Email and online resources may also be provided to support in-person training |
| Transportation | Car required - The GTHS is not located on a direct bus route ; Drive past Walmart and head towards the Town of Blue Mountains on Mountain Road, turn right at the first set of traffic lights (Tenth Line) and the animal centre is the red brick building located on the right side of this dead end road. Parking is available in the adjacent parking lot or along the roadside |
| Police Check | Not Required |
Agency Details: Georgian Triangle Humane Society, Collingwood - 10th Line
| Office Phone | 705-445-5204 |
| info@gths.ca | |
| Website | www.gths.ca |
| Address & Map | 549 10th Line Collingwood, ON Canada L9Y 0W1 |
| Mailing Address | 549 10th Line Collingwood, ON Canada L9Y 0W1 |