Pet Bereavement Volunteer
(Georgian Triangle Humane Society)
Position ID: V-CWD0264
Last Modified: 05 Aug 2024
Last Full Update: 05 Aug 2024
Opportunity Details: Pet Bereavement Volunteer
| Contact | Adrienne Thorp, Volunteer Program Supervisor, Georgian Triangle Humane Society; Phone: 705-445-5204 ext 230; Email: volunteer@gths.ca |
| Duties | The Pet Bereavement Volunteer is responsible for co-hosting a monthly Pet Bereavement Group, in partnership with Hospice Georgian Triangle, to support pet owners come to terms with the loss of their pet and to facilitate the sharing of pet ownership experiences in an empathetic environment.
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| More Info Link | https://gths.ca/volunteer/pet-bereavement-volunteer/ |
| Benefits | Keeping active, Meet like-minded people 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 | Pet owners who are coming to terms with the death of their pet |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Areas of Interest | Animal Services ; Community Outreach ; Mental Health / Addictions |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support ; Creativity ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training - If training new volunteers ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Public Speaking ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work ; 18 years of age minimum A commitment to animal welfare and an understanding of the human-animal bond Punctual and reliable Self-motivated Empathetic Discrete and maintains confidentiality Comfortable leading and participating in conversations that are emotionally charged and will include the topic of death Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills Works cooperatively and effectively with others Able to work independently and as part of a team Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of this volunteer role and of the organization Willing to brainstorm and use creative skills to establish and grow this program Experience as a counselor may prove useful Diligent compliance with guidelines and protocols for personal safety Own transportation Physical demands of the position will include moving tables and chairs to set up venue and may include lifting / carrying of GTHS signage, banners and documentation Gas and mileage are not reimbursable Training will be provided by Hospital Georgian Triangle |
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) - 6 months' commitment is required for all positions at the GTHS unless otherwise noted ; At time of posting: One shift a month on Thursdays, location and time of Pet Bereavement session still to be determined - NEW program 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 | One-on-one ; Small Group ; Large Group |
| Minimum Hours | 2 / Month |
| Accessibility | Unknown ; Timing and location to be determined by Hospice Georgian Triangle, who are leading this initiative |
| Location | To be confirmed, but will be within Collingwood or surrounding communities |
| Number of Positions | Collingwood ; Grey County ; Simcoe County 4 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation - Virtual orientation ; Training is provided - Training and support will be provided by Hospice Georgian Triangle ; Volunteers will be required to complete the GTHS onboarding process, which includes a virtual orientation |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Police Check | Not Required |
Agency Details: Georgian Triangle Humane Society
| 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 |