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VCAS Dog Squad - Animal Care Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Ventura County Animal Services
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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42 people are interested
VCAS is an open entry, municipal animal shelter serving various cities in Ventura County as well as all unincorporated areas of the County. VCAS currently holds a No-Kill status and has since January 2014. We are looking for passionate, dedicated, self-motivated volunteers to help us continue our mission of keeping Ventura County No-Kill. All volunteer positions are key in our achievement of this worthy mission, and for maintaining it as well.
Dog Squad Animal Care Volunteers work directly with shelter staff and other volunteers to enrich the lives of our shelter dogs, help to get our dogs adopted into well-matched homes, and ensure the day-to-day shelter operation & animal care is achieved at the highest possible standard of care.
Dog Squad Animal Care Volunteers:
- Walk dogs on site for 15-20 minute potty breaks
- Provide enrichment for shelter dogs using programs such as Canine Confidence, Dog Playgroups, Kong Program, K9 Nose Work, Puzzle Toys, Scent of the Day...etc
- Take Dogs to offsite adoption events for greater visibility
- Act as Adoption Ambassadors: show dogs for adoption, adoption counseling, pet promotion team, canvassing fliers, Hound on the Town program, etc
- Provide basic care for shelter dogs including laundry, kennel cleaning, grooming, socializing...etc
- Community outreach programs - nursing home visits, pet pantry, Pit Crew, etc.
- Must love dogs!
- Be 18 years or older, or accompanied by a legal guardian at all times if under 18
- Must be able to comfortably lift 45lbs, bend, twist, and kneel
- Able to stand for extended periods of time (Shifts are a minimum of 2 hours)
- Be able to commit to at least one, scheduled, 2-hour shift per week
- Attendance at mandatory on-site training
- Must agree to check email regularly and read all emails from Volunteer Manager
- Ability to follow rules and adapt to fast changing environment
- Patient and positive attitude at all times! We have a YES culture!
All VCAS volunteers receive specialized training, mentoring and support!
To find out more, or fill out an application visit us online at www.vcas.us/volunteer
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About Ventura County Animal Services
Location:
600 Aviation Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010, US
Mission Statement
Our Mission Statement: Our Mission is to improve the lives of the animals under our care, to be timely and compassionate in our response to customer issues, to educate through community outreach and public awareness, and to provide for the health and safety of the citizens and animals of Ventura County. Our Vision Statement: Ventura County Animal Services will be a catalyst in working toward a future where everyone is a responsible pet owner, there are no unwanted pets, and the rabies virus is no longer a menace to animals and humans.
Description
VCAS is an open entry, municipal animal shelter serving 8 cities in Ventura County as well as all unincorporated areas of the County. VCAS currently holds a No-Kill status and has since January 2014. We are looking for passionate, dedicated, self-motivated volunteers to help us continue our mission of keeping Ventura County No-Kill. All volunteer positions are key in our achievement of this worthy mission, and for maintaining it as well.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Ventura County Animal Services600 Aviation DriveCamarillo, CA 93010
DATE POSTED
September 26, 2017
SKILLS
- Program Management
- Animal Care / Handling
- Veterinary
- Animal Therapy
- CSR / Volunteer Coordination
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 13
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum 2 hours per week for 6 months
- Youth under the age of 18, MUST be accompanied by a parent who is also a volunteer.