SPCA Adoption Center Volunteer

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The SPCA of Brevard Adoption Center in Titusville is looking for volunteers! If you are an animal lover looking to make a difference, this the opportunity for you. As a volunteer, you'll help keep the animals healthy and happy by helping with daily chores like laundry, dishes, and cleaning. After doing 10 hours of service, you can take an additional training to work directly with our adoptable dogs and/or cats.

Requirements:

• must be 16 or older
• must possess essential capabilities
• must be able to commit to 2 hours per month for 6 consecutive months

Essential capabilities:

• Walk/stand for extended periods of time
• Walk unaided on various surfaces
• Bend/squat
• Lift 20 pounds
• Use both hands simultaneously
• React quickly using reflexes
• Hear verbal instructions and animal sounds
• See clearly in order to maneuver safely and read signs
• Work in an environment with strong odors
• Work in an environment with loud noises
• Communicate effectively in the English language
• Read and understand written instructions
• Understand, remember and follow directions
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Recognize limitations and ask for help when needed
• Solve problems
• Receive and incorporate feedback
• Work with others while behaving in a polite and professional manner
• Work in an emotionally charged environment
• Remain calm when dealing with upset animals or unexpected behavior
• Treat animals compassionately
• Understand and respect the boundaries of the volunteer role
• Understand the policies and positions of the SPCA of Brevard and possess the ability to appropriately and accurately represent those when interacting with the public

If you are interested in this opportunity, please fill out a volunteer application at this link: https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?AP=2110249047 (copy and paste the address). Do not respond to this listing.

For questions/more information contact the Volunteer Coordinator at 321-567-3615 ext 247 or spcavolunteer@spcabrevard.com. You can also visit our website: www.spcabrevard.com.