Dog Enrichment Volunteer
(Georgian Triangle Humane Society, Collingwood - 10th Line)
Opportunity Details: Dog Enrichment Volunteer
| Contact | Joanna Chardola, Team Coordinator, Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS); Phone: 705-445-5204 ext 220; Email: volunteer@gths.ca |
| Duties | Members of the Dog Care Team work with puppies and dogs of all sizes, shapes and backgrounds (stray, surrendered, neglected, abused, healthy, recovering from surgery, may be easy to handle or may require training for behavioural issues…). In 2023, our Cat and Dog Care Teams cared for more than 1500 animals onsite at our Animal Centre. DescriptionDog Enrichment Volunteers report to the Dog Care Coordinator and participate in our Canine Enrichment Program to provide mental and physical stimuli to the dogs in our care at the Animal Centre. To support the wide range of dog behaviours and needs we encounter at the GTHS, Dog Enrichment Volunteers complete a Dog Care Program*; quickly progressing from Green dogs (ie. puppies and seniors who are easy to walk and handle) and Yellow dogs (ie. young, rambunctious, pullers who can be slightly difficult to walk and handle), then work through the Orange and Purple levels at their own pace, with the ultimate goal of working with Red dogs (ie. strong, reactive dogs that are difficult to walk and handle, and that may have other behavioural issues). *Training is required upon joining the Dog Care Team and will be required intermittently to progress through the Dog Care Program.
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| More Info Link | https://gths.ca/gths-volunteer-positions/ |
| Benefits | Interact with dogs and puppies, 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 | Dogs, puppies and teammates |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | Yes |
| Areas of Interest | Animal Services |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Creativity ; Customer Service ; 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 ; 18 years of age minimum A commitment to animal welfare A gentle and kind approach to dog handling Confident with dogs Current dog handling and/or training experience is required Medium and/or large dog experience is required Willingness and ability to complete the GTHS Dog Care Program training from Green to Yellow Dog Walker status is a must upon joining the Dog Care Team, and a desire to progress through additional status levels of the Dog Care Program is expected Self motivated Ability to work alone and in a team environment Ability to follow protocol |
| 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 ; 2 hours once a week. Enrichment shifts take place daily at a mutually agreed upon time between the hours of 9am-12noon. An overall minimum commitment of 6 months is required. 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 | 2 / Week |
| Accessibility | Not Accessible |
| 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. |
| Training | Orientation - Virtual (or in-person) ; Training is provided - Online, by email and in-person; reference materials are also provided to support training ; Based on a volunteer's interest and ability, online and in-person training is provided to progress through the colour-coded dog interaction levels |
| 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 |
| Additional Requirements | Dog handling skills and experience are required to join the GTHS Dog Care Team, and candidates must be confident and physically capable of handling medium-large dogs. Please submit a volunteer application form to apply for this position: https://gths.ca/volunteer/ |
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 |