Volunteer: Summer Camp AssistantsHelp Make Our Summer Camp a Success! Join us in creating an amazing experience for children ages 5–15! Campers enjoy a safe, engaging environment where they can learn about animals, animal welfare, kindness, and empathy—all while having a ton of fun! This opportunity will require one additional training prior to the start of camp. As a volunteer, you’ll: Assist with camper check-in and check-out Help guide activities and lessons Support setup and clean-up Assist staff with camper behavior management as needed We have up to 20 campers each week, with 2 CITs for 6 of the 9 weeks. Camp details: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Questions? Contact Tim Stumpff at tstumpff@humanecharlotte.org Program: Youth Programs Help Make Our Summer Camp a Success! Join us in creating an amazing experience for children ages 5–15! Campers enjoy a safe, engaging environment where they can learn about animals, animal welfare, kindness, and empathy—all while having a ton of fun! This opportunity will require one additional training prior to the start of camp. As a volunteer, you’ll: Assist with camper check-in and check-out Help guide activities and lessons Support setup and clean-up Assist staff with camper behavior management as needed We have up to 20 campers each week, with 2 CITs for 6 of the 9 weeks. Camp details: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Questions? Contact Tim Stumpff at tstumpff@humanecharlotte.org Program: Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Summer Camp- Animal AmbassadorHelp make summer camp amazing by bringing your Animal Ambassador to meet campers! Must be a qualified Animal Ambassador Handler Animal Ambassador opportunities are every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Please register once per week so campers can meet a variety of ambassadors Camp details: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Questions? Contact tstumpff@humanecharlotte.org Program: Youth Programs Help make summer camp amazing by bringing your Animal Ambassador to meet campers! Must be a qualified Animal Ambassador Handler Animal Ambassador opportunities are every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Please register once per week so campers can meet a variety of ambassadors Camp details: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Questions? Contact tstumpff@humanecharlotte.org Program: Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Youth Programs Animal Ambassador Evaluation TestingLove animals AND kids, want to help educate our youth in animal welfare and more?! Than this is the volunteer opportunity for you! Help the Youth Programs Manager in facilitating school visits, shelter tours, field trips, scout presentations and other education related programs. Attend events with your HSC evaluated Animal Ambassador to engage children of all ages in a variety of topics relating to animal welfare. This role will vary depending on the content of the topic being taught and the location of the programming (shelter setting, school setting, etc.) To become a Qualified YP Animal Ambassador Handler you must successfully complete the following steps: Your pet must be up to date on RV, DA2PP and Bordetlla. You must be up to date on the COVID-19 vaccine. *A background check MAY be required to attend certain school grounds** After reading all the requirements and you feel that you and your animal are eligible, please email Tim Stumpff tstumpff@humanecharlotte.org to set up an evaluation appointment. Director of Education will collect basic info from applicant and schedule an evaluation interview with applicant and the evaluation team (Team consists of the Behavior and Training Coordinator, Youth Program Coordinator and Director of Education. The applicant will bring their dog with them to the interview. During the interview the evaluation team will interview the applicant using the evaluation questionnaire (attached), these questions are provided to the applicant prior to the interview. The Behavior and Training Coordinator will then assess the dog using the Animal Ambassador Testing Items (attached).The evaluation team will come to an agreement on if the applicant is accepted to be an AAH and will notify the applicant of their decision within 72 hours Background checking may be required Below is a general overview of HSC’s Youth Animal Ambassador Evaluation Process. This process should take an estimated 20-30 minutes. At any point, the animal cannot show signs of aggression, fearfulness, extreme stress or anxiety or else they are considered unqualified for the position. Aversive equipment such as shock collars (a.k.a. e-collars); pinch/prong collars; and choke collars are not permitted at any time. In addition, the use of inhumane and forceful training methods, including but not limited to shocking, hitting, alpha rolling (pinning a dog down using force), and hanging from the collar are absolutely not permitted. The handler may have a treat pouch and give the dog treats during the process; however, the handler cannot use treats to lure or distract the dog in any way. Treats can only be given after a part has been completed and must be out of sight at all times. Any sound producing items (such as clickers or beepers) are prohibited. Head halters, slip leads and retractable leashes are prohibited. Harnesses are allowed as long as they do not restrict the dog’s movement in any way. The animal must be at least 6 months old, up to date on all vaccinations, house-trained and have known history of socialization with people. There are no breed, gender, or age limit restrictions. Any animal with a bite history is not eligible for the program; however, exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis dependent on the reported injuries, details of the incident, and steps made to prevent future incidents. If the animal does not pass the evaluation process, they are permitted to try again after a period of two-four weeks, depending on the reason(s) the animal was not qualified. Evaluation is completed at The Humane Society of Charlotte by The Behavior and Training Team. Parts of the tests are done both indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. The handler is not permitted to have a helper during the evaluation and must complete it on their own. During some parts of the evaluation, the evaluator will require the assistance of a helper/helpers. These helpers can be HSC staff members and/or HSC volunteers. Program: Youth Programs Love animals AND kids, want to help educate our youth in animal welfare and more?! Than this is the volunteer opportunity for you! Help the Youth Programs Manager in facilitating school visits, shelter tours, field trips, scout presentations and other education related programs. Attend events with your HSC evaluated Animal Ambassador to engage children of all ages in a variety of topics relating to animal welfare. This role will vary depending on the content of the topic being taught and the location of the programming (shelter setting, school setting, etc.) To become a Qualified YP Animal Ambassador Handler you must successfully complete the following steps: Your pet must be up to date on RV, DA2PP and Bordetlla. You must be up to date on the COVID-19 vaccine. *A background check MAY be required to attend certain school grounds** After reading all the requirements and you feel that you and your animal are eligible, please email Tim Stumpff tstumpff@humanecharlotte.org to set up an evaluation appointment. Director of Education will collect basic info from applicant and schedule an evaluation interview with applicant and the evaluation team (Team consists of the Behavior and Training Coordinator, Youth Program Coordinator and Director of Education. The applicant will bring their dog with them to the interview. During the interview the evaluation team will interview the applicant using the evaluation questionnaire (attached), these questions are provided to the applicant prior to the interview. The Behavior and Training Coordinator will then assess the dog using the Animal Ambassador Testing Items (attached).The evaluation team will come to an agreement on if the applicant is accepted to be an AAH and will notify the applicant of their decision within 72 hours Background checking may be required Below is a general overview of HSC’s Youth Animal Ambassador Evaluation Process. This process should take an estimated 20-30 minutes. At any point, the animal cannot show signs of aggression, fearfulness, extreme stress or anxiety or else they are considered unqualified for the position. Aversive equipment such as shock collars (a.k.a. e-collars); pinch/prong collars; and choke collars are not permitted at any time. In addition, the use of inhumane and forceful training methods, including but not limited to shocking, hitting, alpha rolling (pinning a dog down using force), and hanging from the collar are absolutely not permitted. The handler may have a treat pouch and give the dog treats during the process; however, the handler cannot use treats to lure or distract the dog in any way. Treats can only be given after a part has been completed and must be out of sight at all times. Any sound producing items (such as clickers or beepers) are prohibited. Head halters, slip leads and retractable leashes are prohibited. Harnesses are allowed as long as they do not restrict the dog’s movement in any way. The animal must be at least 6 months old, up to date on all vaccinations, house-trained and have known history of socialization with people. There are no breed, gender, or age limit restrictions. Any animal with a bite history is not eligible for the program; however, exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis dependent on the reported injuries, details of the incident, and steps made to prevent future incidents. If the animal does not pass the evaluation process, they are permitted to try again after a period of two-four weeks, depending on the reason(s) the animal was not qualified. Evaluation is completed at The Humane Society of Charlotte by The Behavior and Training Team. Parts of the tests are done both indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. The handler is not permitted to have a helper during the evaluation and must complete it on their own. During some parts of the evaluation, the evaluator will require the assistance of a helper/helpers. These helpers can be HSC staff members and/or HSC volunteers. Program: Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Youth Programs PhotographerThis opportunity is for skilled photographers who have an interest in capturing the excitement and fun of HSC's Youth Programs. If interested, please contact the Education Manager. Program: Youth Programs This opportunity is for skilled photographers who have an interest in capturing the excitement and fun of HSC's Youth Programs. If interested, please contact the Education Manager. Program: Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |