Dog Walking Group Volunteer
Richmond Borough Mind
To be part of a volunteering team who are passionate dog enthusiasts and enjoy meeting new people. This role will consist of supporting our Mind clients in the community on walks out in the local green spaces with some furry companions. Having a mutual love for the outdoors and being around animals will create common ground for volunteers and service users to bond on their strolls in nature. It’s key that our volunteers are dependable, have a good sense of time keeping. Also being confident stri
Complete pre-assessment form Record group attendees at start of session Providing social engagement, gentle exercise and mental stimulation Support clients during session to safely walk dogs on lead Ability to support handling dogs of different sizes, strengths and energy levels Scooping and disposing of waste during walks to maintain hygienic exercise areas.
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Strong interpersonal and good communication, high empathy levels, vigilant, dog lover, calm, patient, understanding of human and dog body language, able to prioritise safety, good time management and reliable, adaptable to different environments.
The opportunity to learn more about the voluntary sector and to gain valuable skills and experience Volunteering from home allowance (in line with our Volunteers’ Expenses Policy) The opportunity to attend training courses Support and supervision References (after completion of 3 months volunteering with us)
Weekly or fortnightly for an hour 1.5 on a weekday in the early afternoon.
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TBC but will be a parks within the Richmond borough
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