ANIMALS: Dog Walking/Sitting at O-Lot Safe Sleep Site

Overview Dreams for Change is launching a volunteer opportunity to support individuals experiencing homelessness who have pets. Pets provide companionship, unconditional love, and a sense of responsibility for their owners. Volunteers will accompany pets on walks, spend time with dogs, assist with showers and cleaning living spaces, and engage with participants when pets are not present. Opportunity Details Location: Dreams for Change’s safe sleeping site in O-Lot, San Diego. On-site amenities include tents, restrooms, handwashing stations, charging stations, meals, and case management services. Volunteers check in with case managers on arrival and receive a list of on-site pets and their owners who have expressed interest in dog walking. Each walk lasts up to 20 minutes; volunteers should remain on or near the site during the walk. Key Responsibilities Walk dogs of various sizes and strengths Look after and play with dogs Skills & Qualifications Comfortable handling and walking dogs of varying sizes Patient, compassionate, and respectful when engaging with vulnerable individuals Ability to follow safety and site policies Must pass a Megan’s Law screening Training Provided On-site training provided at the beginning of the shift. Training includes guidance on handling dogs, communicating with staff, and respecting client privacy. Attire Comfortable clothing and good walking shoes. This opportunity takes place outdoors with plenty of shade. Physical Requirements This opportunity is not able to accommodate individuals with physical limitations. The space is wheelchair accessible. Photos Dreams for Change has a no-photo policy. Communication All emails will be sent from View email address on click.appcast.io. Note Clearing a Megan's Law California Sex Offender search before the first shift is required to participate in this opportunity. You must download the HandsOn Connect app to sign the waiver and check in at this volunteer opportunity. The HandsOn Connect app is available in the Apple Store and Google Play. If you do not sign in using the app, service hours will not be verified or modified. The HandsOn San Diego QR code on-site is separate from the Dreams for Change sign-in kiosk; you must use both. About Dreams for Change The mission of Dreams for Change is to respond to community needs by creating innovative and cost-effective programs to empower and stabilize the lives of families and individuals. Population Served Homeless Activity Type Caring for Animals Requirements Age Minimum: 18+ Registration is closed for this Volunteer Opportunity. Full opportunity address and directions will be sent by e-mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend. Waitlist Add to Waiting list: Currently full. Click the button above to be added to the waiting list and get notified if space becomes available. Signup In order to register for this opportunity you must log in to an existing account or register to create a new account. This link allows you to participate in this opportunity with a team. You can: Choose an existing team you’re already a member or captain of, or Create a new team to sign up. Signup Questions Please respond to the following questions to signup for this opportunity: Your donation means more volunteers making an impact on San Diego nonprofits, schools, and parks. #J-18808-Ljbffr HOSD.org/211sandiego.