Therapy Pets Team Leader, Blenheim

Animal-assisted therapy has been shown to promote emotional wellbeing, and contact with gentle animals provides comfort and helps people to be happier. Hato Hone St John has developed a programme to share animal companions within local rest homes, hospitals and schools within the local community. Therapy Pets is a voluntary programme that enhances the lives of others, and we need your help! We are looking for a passionate and driven individual to become a Therapy Pet Team Leader for our Marlborough team.You will: Provide support and mentoring to the team of Therapy Pet Volunteers Recruit new volunteers, match volunteers and their pets with suitable facilities Liaise with facilities visited by volunteers Monthly reporting and liaising with local St John Organising recognition events and team connectsRequirements: To be successful in this role, you will have: Excellent communication skills, an empathetic personality, and a genuine interest in the well-being of others Previous team management experience Administration experience Love of animals (experience working with animals is a plus) Competent computer skillsOver 18 years of age Clean criminal record A Police background check is required for this role. Time commitment: This role is flexible and can work around your availability, ideally you will be able to commit at least 2-3 hours per week. You have the option of joining the Therapy Pets volunteers with your pet, but this is not mandatory.Getting started: The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed. Ref: 1428 Apply for this role: First name: Last name: Address: * Phone number: Email address:Keep me updated with the latest roles and events Demographic information: Used anonymously for statistics to demonstrate our impact to funders. Gender: Age group: Ethnicity: Labour status: Other information (optional): In applying for this position I confirm that I have read the requirements of the position and believe I have the skills and attributes required to carry out this role safely and effectively.Subscribe Keep up to date with our newsletter for volunteers: #J-18808-Ljbffr