Volunteer Openings
Cat Program
Cat Socializer
- Socializing cats to provide them with human companionship in order to keep them happy, provide them with exercise and help them find their forever homes;
- Brush cats to improve coat;
- Make notes about the animals’ behavior for use by staff and potential adopters;
- Alert medical team to any issues of concern.
- Attend a Volunteer Orientation;
- Use safe animal handling practices (instruction provided) when interacting with the animals;
- Follow directions from a Team Lead;
- Compliance with organizational policies, guidelines, and procedures.
- On the job training is provided by DAWS Personnel and experienced volunteers;
- Additional training warranted by position.
Bethel Shelter
ne two-hour shift (6-8 Monday – Friday , 2-4 Saturday and/or Sunday) weekly.
Dog Program
Dog Socializer
- Walk dogs or spend time in exercise yards;
- Read and follow the kennel signage when working with a specific dog;
- Use safe animal handling and designated training protocols;
- Read Evaluation Book on needs of ALL dogs for safe handling and to aid in adoption inquiries;
- Clean kennels when necessary for the comfort and safety of the dogs;
- Scoop feces and dispose of properly in the yards as well as on walks;
- Socialize and/or leash train dogs increasing their adoptability;
- Write notes about observations of behavior or health issues (limping, loose stool, barking when other dogs approach, etc);
- Other related assistance as asked by Team Lead or Staff;
- Assist with kennel laundry.
- Attend a Volunteer Orientation;
- Attend a Basic Dog Handling course provided by the DAWS trainers;
- Physically able to handle dogs of all sizes, shapes, and strength
- Appropriate dress and shoes required;
- Compliance with organizational policies, guidelines, and procedures.
- Basic Dog Handling course provided by the DAWS trainers;
- Advanced dog handling & training techniques provided by DAWS training team as needed.
Bethel Shelter
ne two-hour shift (6-8 Monday – Friday , 2-4 Saturday and/or Sunday) weekly
Dog Bather
- Groom and bathe dogs
- Attend a DAWS VolunteerOrientation;
- Knowledge of dogs and experience with dog bathing and grooming;
- Work with limited supervision and follow directions;
- Attendance at Basic Dog Handling course provided by DAWS trainers;
- Compliance with organizational guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Training will be provided.
Bethel shelter
Flexible hours (day and evening)
Foster Care Program
Volunteer Foster Home
- Love, Feed, socialize, groom, introduce basic training, and care for the animals as if they were your own;
- Bring foster animal(s) to scheduled veterinarian appointments and adoption open houses;
- Observe and report any problems with the animal to the Foster Care Coordinator;
- Return the animal to the shelter upon request or according to any special arrangements made by the Foster Care Chair or DAWS staff.
- Attend a Volunteer Orientation;
- Home visit by a DAWS Foster program representative;
- Understand the requirements of being a DAWS Foster Home;
- Compliance with organizational policies, guidelines, and procedures.
- Training will be customized based on the animal to be fostered.
At your home
Depends on your needs and needs of animals
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Other Volunteer Opportunities
Photographer
- DAWS needs a photographer to take pictures of our animals and to support events.
- Attend a Volunteer Orientation;
- Professional photography experience preferred;
- Must have own camera and computer for photo editing;
- Understanding of DAWS brand guidance;
- Will take direction from Marketing Coordinator, Dog & Cat Program Chairs, and Operations Director
- Review of DAWS brand guidance
Bethel shelter, home, and at fundraising events
As needed; flexible hours
- Write articles for monthly newsletter
- Write articles and posts to submit to local media outlets to support events
- Attend a Volunteer Orientation;
- Excellent written communication skills;
- Must have own computer;
- Will take direction from Marketing Coordinator
- Compliance with organizational policies, guidelines, and procedures.
- Guidance provided by Marketing Coordinator
As needed—work is done at home