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Volunteer Therapy Pet Team Leader

1 month ago

Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand Stjohn Full time

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders and working to save lives since 1885. As well as providing Ambulance Services, our programmes and team of over 11,000 staff and volunteers are helping to build strong, resilient communities across the motu; supporting everyone in Aotearoa to live healthier, happier and longer lives.

Job Description

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 Palmerston North 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 connects

Please note, this is an unpaid voluntary position.

Qualifications

Ko wai koe - About you:

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 Pet volunteers with your pet, but this is not mandatory.

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
  • Love of animals (experience working with animals is a plus)
  • Over 18 years of age
  • Clean criminal record
Additional Information

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

For further information please contact Gemma Bardsley at gemma.bardsley@stjohn.org.nz for a confidential discussion.

At Hato Hone St John, we embrace diversity, welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives, fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities, and we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.

If you need accommodations for accessibility, please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process.

Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesn't match the job description perfectly. If you're excited and think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you Even if your experience doesn't align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.

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