Position Summary: This position is for volunteers who would like to assist with offsite adoption events. You will be joining a member of the AWD staff and assisting with all of the components of an offsite adoption event. This position includes care of the dogs while offsite, giving counseling to potential adopters, and completing offsite adoption paperwork. Offsite adoption events are typically on weekends and last for several hours. Adoption counseling training and training to complete adoption paperwork will be provided.
Major Job Duties: Select dogs to travel to offsite events. Care for dogs while offsite (walking, giving water/food, cleaning up after, etc.). Counsel potential adopters for best adoption fit. Answer questions pertaining to adoptions and the animal welfare facility. Complete offsite adoption paperwork and return to main facility. Accept donations to animal welfare and relay those donations to the proper storage (i.e. Monetary donations vs supply donations).
Minor Duties: Clean offsite adoption van and restock care supplies. Restock offsite adoption paperwork. Report any problems with offsite van or equipment.
Physical Requirements: Able to lift at least 20lbs. Stand and walk for long periods. Bending and stretching. Walking dogs can cause arms to be twisted and pulled suddenly.
