Education/Youth Program Volunteer
Location: PAWS – Progressive Animal Welfare Society
Companion Animal Services (CAS)
Address: 15305 44th Ave W,
Lynnwood, WA 98087
Duties: Youth Program Volunteers assist with youth programs at PAWS. Volunteers help set-up and clean-up, supervise groups of children, assist with tours, and help lead activities. These programs include Scout Programs, Teens and Preteens Helping Animals workshops, and tours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with educational programs at PAWS in Lynnwood for groups of up to 16 people
- Help with set-up and clean-up for each program in Education Room
- Provide adequate supervision for young people ages 5-14 during program
- Assist with hands-on activities throughout program
- Inspire enthusiasm for animals and actions that help companion animals and wildlife
- Report any challenges with program materials or groups to Education Staff
Time Commitment: Twice per year.
Qualifications:
- Must love working with children!
- Must live in the greater Seattle area (including King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties).
- Must be able to transport self to PAWS in Lynnwood.
- Must have customer service skills and the ability to professionally represent PAWS policies when interacting with the public.
- Must be able to work independently and be receptive to feedback from staff.
- Must be able to bend and lift up to 20 pounds.
- Must be able to pass a background check.
Required Training:
- Volunteer Orientation
- Education Info Session
- Inspiring Young Minds training class
Location: PAWS Companion Animal Shelter, Lynnwood, WA
Age Requirement: 18+
Direct Animal Handling: No
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