AM Dog Care Volunteer

(Georgian Triangle Humane Society, Collingwood - 10th Line)

Position ID: V-CWD0186
Last Modified: 05 Aug 2024
Last Full Update: 05 Aug 2024

Opportunity Details: AM Dog Care Volunteer

Contact Adrienne Thorp, Volunteer Program Supervisor, Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS); Phone: 705-445-5204 ext 230; Email: volunteer@gths.ca
Duties

Dog Care Team Members help to maintain the health and welfare of GTHS dogs. This role entails taking care of our dogs’ environment by cleaning their kennels and outdoor runs, and being responsible for food 
preparation and feeding our dogs their breakfast. If interested and when time permits, AM Dog 
Care Volunteers interact with our dogs by assisting with our Canine Enrichment Program (activities that provide mental and physical stimulation for our dogs).

Scheduled training is required upon joining the Dog Care Team and will be required intermittently to progress through the Dog Care Program.

  • Assist in the maintenance of dogs’ health and welfare
    o Maintain clean and organized kennels (inside and outside)
    o Disinfect kennels and toys 
    o Prepare and provide treats, medication, breakfast and clean water as required or 
    instructed
    o Wash up any dirty animal dishes (in Animal Equipment Room)
    o Assist with Animal Centre laundry (washing, drying and folding linens)
    o Dispose of garbage and recyclables
    o Ensure dogs are safe and secure
  • If interested and time permits:
    o Dog bathing, grooming, Room 5 petting, time in Dog Yard or X-Pen
    o Interact with dogs for walks, training and socialization
    o Reinforce behaviours that make dogs more adoptable
  • Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures
  • Use online Contact List & Schedule to reflect any absences and to coordinate shift 
    coverage
More Info Link https://gths.ca/volunteer/dog-care-team-member/
Benefits Meet like-minded people, interact with dogs and puppies. Keeping active, supporting a good cause, AGM Voting rights after 90 days, First in line to adopt, Volunteer events, volunteer recognition, volunteer newsletter and internal Facebook group access
Clients Dogs of all ages and temperaments, usually medium to large in size (and support teammates)
Ages 15 year(s) and up
Areas of Interest Animal Services
Skills/Experience Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Creativity ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training - Relevant if supporting or training new volunteers ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work ; MUST have recent dog handling experience, and be confident and comfortable interacting with dogs of all sizes. This role can be physically demanding and is not suitable for everyone. Must be physically capable of sweeping, mopping, hosing and scrubbing.
Commitment Length Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) - A minimum commitment period of 6 months is required for all volunteer positions at the GTHS unless otherwise stated ; Shifts take place once a week from 7.30-9am. At time of posting, our Dog Care Team is looking for 2 volunteers to join them on Wednesday mornings. 
 
The GTHS posts on Volunteer Connection to build awareness of volunteer opportunities. The vacancies we are actively looking to fill at this time 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 Solitary ; One-on-one ; Small Group
Minimum Hours 1.5 / Week
Accessibility Not Accessible ; This role can be physically demanding: kennel cleaning and handling dogs who pull on leash
Location 549 Tenth Line, Collingwood ON L9Y 0W1
Number of Positions Collingwood: 2 individual(s) ; Grey County ; Simcoe County 
 
2 individual(s) needed in total. 
 
At time of posting, our Dog Care Team is looking for new Dog Care Team Members to join them on Wednesday mornings (7.30-9am) - please apply today!
Training Orientation - Virtual (or in-person) ; Training is provided - Online, by email and in-person ; Training to progress through the different colour dog handling levels is provided in line with the volunteer's interest and ability
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
E-Mail 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