Pasadena Humane

1. Is this Program Currently Accepting Volunteers? Yes, Vaccine Clinic has resumed and are accepting new volunteers. 2. Program Description and Goals The Vaccine Clinic provides low-cost vaccinations to members of the public, ensuring that pets in our community stay healthy and protected. Volunteers play a key role in the success of these clinics by assisting with the check-in process, helping pet owners navigate the clinic, and directing them to the appropriate areas for their pet’s vaccinations. This role is essential in creating a smooth and efficient experience for pet owners while also reducing stress for the animals. Vaccine Clinics operate on scheduled days, typically held in a structured, fast-paced environment. Volunteers work alongside veterinary staff and shelter personnel to facilitate the flow of the clinic, ensuring that all pets receive the care they need in a timely manner. Program Goals - Support Community Pet Health – Provide accessible, affordable vaccinations to help prevent the spread of common diseases in pets. - Enhance Clinic Efficiency – Assist with check-in and traffic flow to minimize wait times and ensure a smooth process. - Reduce Stress for Pets & Owners – Help guide pet owners with clear instructions, reducing confusion and making the experience as comfortable as possible. - Engage Volunteers in Hands-On Service – Offer a meaningful volunteer opportunity that directly benefits animals and their families. This volunteer role is ideal for individuals who enjoy interacting with the public, have strong communication skills, and want to make a direct impact on animal welfare. Whether you're experienced with animals or just passionate about helping, your support will be invaluable in making this program a success! 3. How Does this Program Help the Shelter? The Vaccine Clinic program plays a crucial role in supporting the shelter’s mission by providing preventive care to pets in the community, ultimately helping reduce the number of animals entering the shelter. Here’s how: - Prevents Surrender Due to Medical Costs – By offering low-cost vaccinations, the program helps pet owners afford essential care, reducing the likelihood that pets will be surrendered due to preventable illnesses. - Reduces Disease Spread – Vaccinated pets are less likely to contract and spread contagious diseases, which helps protect both owned and shelter animals from outbreaks. - Strengthens Community Engagement – The clinic fosters positive relationships between the shelter and the public, increasing trust and awareness of shelter services and resources. - Supports Shelter Operations – By allowing veterinary staff to focus on administering vaccines, volunteers help streamline the process, improving efficiency and allowing the shelter to serve more animals in less time. - Encourages Responsible Pet Ownership – Educating pet owners on the importance of vaccinations helps promote long-term pet health and reduces future medical emergencies that might lead to relinquishment. By assisting in the Vaccine Clinic, volunteers help the shelter extend its impact beyond its walls, improving animal welfare on a broader scale while ensuring that pets in the community remain healthy and with their families. 4. Position Outline To assist in the smooth operation of the Vaccine Clinic by guiding pet owners through the process, ensuring efficient check-in, directing them to the correct vaccination stations, and helping create a low-stress experience for both animals and their families. Key Responsibilities 📌Check-in Assistance – Welcome pet owners, collect necessary information, and ensure paperwork is completed accurately. 📌 Traffic Flow Management – Direct pet owners to the appropriate areas to keep the process organized and efficient. 📌Animal & Handler Support – Help reassure and guide pet owners while keeping animals calm in a busy environment. 📌Provide Information – Answer basic questions about the vaccination process, post-vaccine care, and direct individuals to shelter staff for additional inquiries. 📌Maintain Clean & Safe Spaces – Assist in keeping waiting areas clean, ensuring walkways are clear, and helping maintain a stress-free environment. Qualifications & Skills ✅ Comfortable interacting with the public in a fast-paced setting ✅Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team ✅Strong communication and customer service skills ✅ Comfortable being around animals of various sizes and temperaments ✅ Ability to stand or walk for extended periods during a shift Time Commitment 🤝 Shifts are typically [insert hours per shift, e.g., 3-4 hours] 🤝 Volunteers are expected to commit to at least [insert preferred commitment, e.g., one shift per month] Training & Support 🎓 On-site supervision will be provided by shelter staff and experienced volunteers. 🎓 Additional learning materials on vaccination procedures and pet handling may be provided. Impact of the Role By assisting with the Vaccine Clinic, volunteers help reduce pet surrender, prevent illness, and support community pet health, ensuring more animals stay in loving homes and out of shelters. 5. Skills & Requirements Essential Skills 🗣️ Strong Communication Skills – Ability to clearly communicate instructions to pet owners and work collaboratively with staff and fellow volunteers. 😊 Customer Service-Oriented – Comfortable interacting with the public, answering questions, and providing assistance in a friendly and professional manner. ⚡ Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced Environment – The clinic can be busy, so volunteers should be able to stay focused, organized, and adaptable. 🐶 Calm and Confident Around Animals – Volunteers should be comfortable being around dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments. ✅ Attention to Detail – Ensuring paperwork is completed correctly and directing individuals to the correct areas is essential for clinic efficiency. 🏃 Physical Stamina – Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, as well as assist with minor physical tasks such as setting up tables or guiding pet owners through different stations. 🤝 Team Player – Willingness to work collaboratively with shelter staff, veterinary professionals, and other volunteers to ensure a smooth and efficient clinic operation. Requirements 🎂 Age Requirement – Volunteers must be 18 years old to participate. 📚 Training Completion – Must complete all the prerequisite online training modules prior to first shift: https://shorturl.at/qHH67 📆 Commitment – Ideally, volunteers should commit to at least one shift per month within this program to ensure consistency in operations. ⚠️ Ability to Follow Safety Protocols – Volunteers must adhere to shelter policies regarding animal handling, public interaction, and hygiene procedures. 6. How to Get Involved Once volunteers have attended their Meet & Greet orientation and have completed the online training modules (https://shorturl.at/qHH67), they will be able to sign up for any of the in-person shadow shifts within the program. 7. Benefits to Volunteers