Volunteer Information

THE ANIMAL FOUNDATION
655 NORTH MOJAVE RD
LAS VEGAS NV 89101
PHONE (702) 384-3333
FAX (702) 384-4563

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with The Animal Foundation!

New Volunteer Orientation is required for ALL volunteers prior to volunteering.

Orientation is an hour long informational session designed to inform prospective volunteers about The Animal Foundation, to explain volunteer opportunities available and to give a brief tour of the shelter. Following orientation, prospective volunteers will be contacted individually to match interests with opportunities. Attending orientation is the first step in the process. It is not a guarantee of a Volunteer Position.

Volunteer Orientation classes are held twice a month. Please contact (702) 384-3333 x 114 or email mmusso@animalfoundation.com for more information about days/times that Orientation is held.

Orientation space is limited to the first 35 attendees so it is important to phone ahead, or email to reserve your seat. Due to heavy interest walk-ins cannot be accommodated.

If you are interested in volunteering with The Animal Foundation please contact Marisa Musso at call (702)384-3333 x114 or email mmusso@animalfoundation.com for more information.

We will NOT be holding orientation on July 4th 2009.

Click here for Frequently Asked Questions
_____________________________________________________________
EXAMPLE OF VOLUNTEER POSITIONS

Cat Adoptions

Clerical/Office/Data Entry/Phones

Dog Walking/ Socialization

Facility/Building/Grounds Maintenance

Foster Program

Fundraising

Grooming (must be certified)

Humane Education

Kennel Cleaning

Lost & Found Cat Assistant

Lost & Found Dog Assistant

Public Receiving/ Front Desk

Photo/Video Takers

Special Events/ Outreach

_____________________________________________

THE ANIMAL FOUNDATION
VOLUNTEER RULES AND GUIDELINES

REQUIREMENTS

All volunteers must be at least 18 years old
16 years old with parental supervision

All volunteers must complete a volunteer application and waiver.
All volunteers must complete the New Volunteer Orientation as well as any additional training related to volunteer assignments.
All volunteers must sign in and out and display proper identification.
Volunteers must report any injuries received while on the shelter premises.
Volunteers must retain confidentiality in the work of the shelter and dealings with the public. No volunteers are allowed to answer any questions or speak on the behalf of TAF to the media.
Volunteers should report any problems he or she is having with policies or staff immediately so we can work effectively as a team
Volunteers should consider being current on their tetanus vaccination before handling any of the shelter animals. This is optional but is highly recommended.
Volunteers that are in contact with any ill animals should not volunteer at the TAF to prevent the contagious diseases from infecting shelter animal residents.
All volunteers should conduct themselves in a professional manner, and shall be performing assigned duties at all times.

SIGNING IN/OUT

The Volunteer Logbook is located on Volunteer table. You are required to sign the logbook upon arrival and departure, so we can properly track your hours.

DRESS CODE

While it is important to dress professionally, please do not wear expensive jeans/clothing while volunteering at The Animal Foundation. It is a good idea to limit the amount of jewelry you wear when volunteering.
Facial jewelry and long dangling earring are strongly discouraged.

PERSONAL BELONGINGS

Personal belongings should not be left in the shelter. All items should be locked in your car or left at home. The TAF is not responsible for lost or stolen personal belongings.
Always remember you can make a difference in a animals life. The Animal Foundation depends on dedicated volunteers such as yourself. It is your time, efforts, and talents that we depend upon to make this shelter a better place.

Click Here for the Volunteer Interest Servey