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4 people are interested
Volunteers needed for animal-assisted therapy program
ORGANIZATION: YAI-Network
Please visit the new page to apply.
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4 people are interested
Do you have a friendly, well-mannered dog or pet you want to share with others?
Do you have a passion for supporting people receiving services at YAI?
We are seeking volunteers to train their pets to facilitate Animal-Assisted Activities in our Queens day programs.
After completing training with The Good Dog Foundation or other approved training organization, volunteers and their pets will visit our Queens day programs to assist individuals and groups in skill-building activities to further entry into the community. With the support of program staff, you and your pet will help participants build employment readiness, interpersonal skills, and improve general well-being.
Are you interested but wondering whether your pet is suitable? Do you have a cat, rabbit, or other pet and wonder if they can be therapy animals? Contact Judith Harbour to discuss further.
Scholarships to train are available on a case-by-case basis.
Already established teams are welcome to apply!
Volunteers will need to commit to a regular schedule of visits.
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About YAI-Network
Location:
220 East 42nd Street, New York, NY 10017, US
Mission Statement
YAI is a network of agencies offering children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities a comprehensive range of services. YAI is committed to seeing beyond disability, providing opportunities for people to live, love, work, and learn in their communities.
Description
Founded in 1957, YAI remains at the forefront of an extraordinary movement aimed at empowering the people we support and their families. YAI’s workforce of more than 4,000 employees provides a comprehensive range of services and supports, including supportive housing, education, medical, dental, and mental health care, job training, community integration, and social enrichment for more than 20,000 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout New York, New Jersey, and California.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
80-02 Kew Gardens RoadKew Gardens, NY 11415
DATE POSTED
June 27, 2017
SKILLS
- Special Needs
- People Skills
- Animal Therapy
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- weekly/biweekly/monthly visits, 6-12 mo commitment
- Must be available weekdays 10-1:30