Dog Walker

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POSITION SUMMARY- Purpose of position and relevance to BRHS mission
Our Dog Walker volunteers work directly with the dogs in our care at the Adoption Center to provide socialization, walking, cuddling, training, and whatever else they need during their stay with us. A shelter environment can be a very stressful place for dogs. Our Dog Walker volunteers will help us provide a high quality of life and reduce stress in dogs while they are on site with us and make a huge difference in these animals’ lives while they await adoption. They will also help to provide detailed behavior information to assist in successful adoptions for these animals. Dog Walker volunteers will also assist with other tasks such as laundry, dishes, washing cages, and other tasks as needed to assist with providing high quality care for animals on site.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Including but not limited to:
* Volunteers are required to either commit to a desired day of the week to regularly be available during that time or select the flexible scheduling option and sign themselves up for a shift at least 24 hours in advance, understanding that regular availability gets priority of shifts.
* Arrive on-time at the Adoption Center for their shift and let the Volunteer Coordinator know if you will not be at your shift or arriving late.
* Spend time with the dogs that are "Volunteer Approved" by checking the white boards on site. Do not work with any animals that are not "Volunteer Approved" unless indicated by Adoption Center staff.
* Use appropriate dog handling techniques.
* Follow all updated protocols and procedures for animal care.
* Socialize and train the dogs based on information provided by Adoption Center staff in ShelterLuv.
* Check whiteboard in Volunteer Nook for other tasks that need to be completed, such as laundry, cleaning, enrichment, etc.
* Actively work to reduce, not increase, the stress of the dogs.
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* Use dog toys appropriately, making sure not to use the same toys with different animals
* Notify Adoption Center staff if anything unusual or dangerous happens throughout your shift
* Report any bites or scratches immediately to Adoption Center staff.
* Create detailed and objective behavior notes on the dogs that you spend time with and submit them to Volunteer Coordinator.
* Work cooperatively with all Adoption Center staff and partnering staff to safely interact with animals; report any concerns with staff to the Volunteer Coordinator.
* Represent BRHS in a professional manner at all times in appearance, demeanor.
* Communicate effectively with the Volunteer Coordinator, staff, and volunteers and help maintain a positive work environment.
* Clock in and out for your shift using the Volunteer Information Center or at the completion of your shift, accurately report hours to the Volunteer Coordinator or in the Volunteer Information Center online.
* Comply with all up-to-date COVID-19 policies and procedures.