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Volunteer Directly with Kids & Shelter Dogs this October!
ORGANIZATION: K9 Youth Alliance
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We are currently seeking 30 responsible adults to mentor student-dog teams in our 3-week Fall program!
Why: Our programs foster social-emotional growth for youth and shelter dogs.
Who: K9 Youth Alliance enriches the lives of youth from under-resourced communities while preparing abandoned shelter dogs for permanent homes.
What to Expect: Volunteers will work directly with student-dog teams to train them on dog handling. DAILY BASICS include:
Arrive at designated time and place for staff briefing
Set up space for training and retrieve shelter dog from designated staff for potty walk
1st hour - students train their dogs using reward-based, force free methods, volunteers support students as they learn
2nd hour - classroom type activities. Volunteers support students, both 1:1 and as a group during discussions, presentations and tours
Return dog to designated staff after program
Volunteers are also charged with maintaining the safety of the students/dogs in all aspects of the program
What's Required: The ideal volunteer should:
Be inspired by the opportunity to help kids and shelter dogs
Be able to handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments
Be on your feet and active for roughly 3 hours a day
Clear a criminal background check
*Priority is given to volunteers who can attend all 15 days of a program
Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below.
This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, K9 Youth Alliance.
All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: /www.laworks.com/health-and-safety
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10 Shifts
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Mon Oct 21, 2024
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10:45 PM to 01:45 AM PST
Pasadena CA 91107 US
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Tue Oct 22, 2024
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10:45 PM to 01:45 AM PST
Pasadena CA 91107 US
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Wed Oct 23, 2024
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10:45 PM to 01:45 AM PST
Pasadena CA 91107 US
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Thu Oct 24, 2024
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10:45 PM to 01:45 AM PST
Pasadena CA 91107 US
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Fri Oct 25, 2024
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10:45 PM to 01:45 AM PST
Pasadena CA 91107 US
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Mon Oct 28, 2024
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10:45 PM to 01:45 AM PST
Pasadena CA 91107 US
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Tue Oct 29, 2024
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10:45 PM to 01:45 AM PST
Pasadena CA 91107 US
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Wed Oct 30, 2024
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10:45 PM to 01:45 AM PST
Pasadena CA 91107 US
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Thu Oct 31, 2024
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10:45 PM to 01:45 AM PST
Pasadena CA 91107 US
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Fri Nov 01, 2024
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10:45 PM to 01:45 AM PST
Pasadena CA 91107 US
- NONE OF THESE DAYS WORK FOR ME, BUT I CAN STILL HELP
More opportunities with K9 Youth Alliance
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About K9 Youth Alliance
Location:
556 South Fair Oaks Ave Ste 101-566, Pasadena, CA 91105, US
Mission Statement
K9 Youth Alliance enriches the lives of youth from under-resourced communities while preparing abandoned shelter dogs for permanent homes.
Description
Program volunteers recruited on an on-going basis. Program volunteers will work directly with a student-dog team and must be 21 or older.
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Pasadena, CA 91107
DATE POSTED
October 19, 2024
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