Adoption Team Transfer Volunteer
(Georgian Triangle Humane Society, Collingwood - 10th Line)
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Position ID: V-CWD0189
Last Modified: 14 Aug 2023
Last Full Update: 14 Aug 2023
Opportunity Details: Adoption Team Transfer Volunteer
| Contact | Adrienne Thorp, Volunteer Coordinator, Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS); Phone: 705-445-5204 ext 230; Email: volunteer@gths.ca |
| Duties | The Adoption Team Transport Volunteer is responsible for safely transporting adoptable GTHS cats and kittens to pet stores, to attract adopters in that community. On occasion, any remaining cats or kittens will be collected and returned to the GTHS Animal Centre.
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| More Info Link | https://gths.ca/volunteer/adoption-team-transfer-volunteer/ |
| Benefits | Stay active, meet like-minded people |
| Clients | Cats and kittens - help them find new homes by supporting the Adoptions Team and local pet stores |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Areas of Interest | Animal Services ; Transportation / Driver / Delivery |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Valid G2 driver’s license Clean criminal record police check A commitment to animal welfare Self motivated Ability to follow protocol Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of this volunteer role and of the organization Review and sign-off of the Driving Record Certification Form and GTHS Van Use Agreement Form |
| 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 ; With the exception of regular trips to Barrie (over a two week period each month, as at summer 2023), adoptions transportation takes place on an ad hoc, as needed, basis. Volunteers can select which transfers they’d like to assist with and the length of time volunteered will depend on the collection/drop-off point for each journey. |
| Interaction Level | Solitary ; One-on-one ; Successful candidates will interact with the Adoptions Coordinator and staff at local pet stores, but will not be accompanied during journey between locations |
| Minimum Hours | 2.5 / Week |
| Accessibility | Not Accessible |
| Location | Pick-up/drop-off: 549 Tenth Line, Collingwood ON L9Y 3A8 |
| Number of Positions | Collingwood: 3 individual(s) 3 individual(s) needed in total. This role entails driving to locations within our local community and beyond (including Collingwood, Stayner, Barrie, Meaford, Owen Sound...) |
| Training | Orientation - Virtual (or in-person) ; Successful candidates will meet with the Adoptions Coordinator, however, specific training isn't required for this role |
| Transportation | Driver License required - Valid G2 driver’s license ; Car required ; Own vehicle may be used and/or GTHS van may be used depending on volunteer's comfort level, pick-up/drop-off point and the number of animals being transported |
| Police Check | Required |
| Additional Requirements | Candidates will be asked to provide a copy of their driver's license (front and back), and to review and complete GTHS documentation pertaining to Driving Record Certification Form and GTHS Van Use Agreement. To apply for this position, please submit a volunteer application form located via: https://gths.ca/volunteer/ |
| Start Date | On or after 31 Jul 2023 |
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 Canada L9Y 0W1 |