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Become a Volunteer!

Volunteering for the N.O.A.H. Animal Adoption & Spay/Neuter Center is a fun and rewarding experience and a great way to meet other animal lovers!  We have many volunteer opportunities available - 7 Days a Week!

General Information about our

Volunteer Program:

The community has embraced our positive approach and we have attracted gifted people, groups, and businesses inspiring a spirit of giving and helping.

• The well structured program offers each volunteer an orientation, personal interview, job placement, and training. Additionally, several recognition events are held throughout the year.
• Our Volunteer Program has attracted over 360 weekly volunteers from 21 of the surrounding cities, 5 counties, and 2 Tribal Nations.
• Volunteer service in 2009 equaled that of 24 full-time equivalent staff, surpassing the 16 full-time equivalent paid staff positions.
• Young people from Eagle Scouts, Girl Scouts, school classes, and home school groups from around the community have been inspired to give of their time, talents, and fundraise for N.O.A.H. further instilling the spirit of giving.

Our volunteers are asked to commit to the same day and time each week; one day a week for 4 hours for 6 months.  N.O.A.H. staff and volunteers rely on the partnership of one another. Please download and review our Volunteer Manual for more specific details on our Volunteers and their commitment to N.O.A.H.. 

The minimal age for volunteers is 14, and we require youth between the ages of 14 to 16 to have a parent or guardian volunteer with them. We are sorry but we are unable to grant exceptions to this age requirement.

We do not offer volunteer positions for Court Ordered Community Service Hours, or persons convicted of violent crimes against people or animals, theft, or drugs.

New Volunteer Orientations

 

Attending a new volunteer orientation is a great way to learn more about N.O.A.H. and volunteering.

New Volunteer Orientations are mandatory and are approximately 2 hours long.  At orientation new volunteers schedule a personal interview with the Volunteer Coordinator and sign-up for training classes.  Volunteer shift schedules will be determined at the interview and based on the needs of N.O.A.H.. 

Upcoming orientation dates for people interested in becoming part of the N.O.A.H. volunteer team:

• Wednesday, September 15 at 6  p.m.
• Wednesday, October 6th at 6 p.m.
• Wednesday, October 27th at 6 p.m.
• Wednesday, November 17th at 6 p.m.

Orientations held in Dog Training Building          

To attend...call 360-629-7055.

 

Volunteer Position Examples

Cat & Dog Kennel Technician- Maintain a clean and safe environment for all of the animals and the public.  Prepare meals and provide love and socialization to the animals.  Includes laundry, sweeping & mopping, dishes, and scubbing everything!  What a great way to learn about dogs and cats and help at the same time!  *Dog 101 Training Class required.

Dog Walker - Our dogs get up to 6 walks a day!!  Join N.O.A.H.'s dog walking team in ensuring each of our dogs receive the necessary exercise, as well as, providing Good Manners training. *Dog 101 Training Class required.

Off-Site Cat Care Specialist -Care for cats available for adoption at off-site partner businesses.  Includes feeding, cleaning, stocking supplies, and socializing cats.

MatchMaker - Assist the public to find that "perfect" companion for them and their family.  *This position is only available as a promotion after 3 months of continuous volunteerism. 

Receptionist - Our receptionists answer every incoming phone call and greet every visitor with a smile!  Help manage N.O.A.H.'s busy front desk and reception area.  Receptionists must be flexible, able to multi-task, friendly and provide superior customer service.  *This position is only available as a promotion after 3 months of continuous volunteerism. 

Veterinary Clinic Assistant -Assist clinic staff with patient intake & pick-up, surgical instrument cleaning, patient monitoring, cleaning, and record filing. *This position is only available as a promotion after 3 months of continuous volunteerism. 

Administrative Assistant - Assist N.O.A.H. staff with various duties including filing, typing, data entryand other administrative duties.

Special Events - Assist staff at informational booths and off-site fundraising and adoption events. 

Foster Parent - Become a foster parent for underage kittens or puppies. *Foster Training 101 Class required.

 

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Special Training for Volunteers

Every volunteer is provided on-the-job training from a staff member or a lead volunteer.  Various classes are offered...some are optional and some are mandatory.  Training may or may not occur during your regularly scheduled volunteer shift.   Sign-up for all classes at the front desk.

 

Dog 101 Training Class

In this hands-on class, volunteers will learn how safely handle the dogs at N.O.A.H. and how to provide Good Manners training to the dogs.  Includes how to safely enter a dog suite and walk a dog on a leash. This class is mandatory for every position that involves interacting with dogs.

Upcoming Classes:

• August 19, at 3:30 p.m.
• September 19, at 10 a.m.
• September 23, at 3:30 p.m.

      

Foster Care 101 Training Class

Learn how to feed and care for infant kittens, puppies, and moms with babies.  This class is mandatory before fostering an animal.

          Upcoming Classes:

• To Be Announced

 

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You can MAKE A DONATION ONLINE to N.O.A.H. by clicking the orange "GiveDirect" button.

*Please note: We use a nonprofit service to process our credit card transactions. GiveDirect is the name that will appear on your credit card statement - not N.O.A.H..  Using a 3rd party helps us keep our costs low and allows us to spend more time and money on the animals and our programs!
With the GiveDirect credit card processing service, no fees are taken on your Visa or Mastercard donation. We recieve 100% of your gift. A low fee of 2.85% is deducted from American Express donations.