Adult Volunteer Application (18 years or older)

Thank you for offering your time, once submitted you will be contacted by email with our next orientation date and a request for confirmation. It is important to also check your spam folder if you do not see an email from us within a few days of submitting the online volunteer application.

Name - First *
Name - Last *
Date of birth: (00/00/0000 *
Address *
City *
State *
ZIP *
Phone *
All of our shelter correspondence is via e-mail. Please make sure you provide a valid e-mail address that you have frequent access to. If you do not receive an email from us within a few days, please check your spam folder, and if not in there, email the Volunteer Coordinator at Volunteer@thecatcornerinc.com! *
Driver's License #.
Do you have reliable transportation?
Are you currently employed? (part-time, full-time, self-employed, home-maker, unemployed, retired) *
Emergency contact name
Emergency contact number
How did you hear about The Cat Corner?
Are you volunteering to fulfill a court ordered community service program? (We are not accepting court-mandated volunteers at this time) * We are not accepting court-mandated volunteers at this time.
Are you volunteering to earn credit in a class or for school? If so, is volunteering required or optional for the credit?
Do you have health insurance?
Date of last tetanus shot? Due to the nature of working with animals, we advise your tetanus shot be up-to-date.
Do you have any physical, medical, or psychological limitations that would affect your volunteer duties (such as a heart condition, back injury, allergies, pregnancy)? If yes, please explain.
	Being on a Committee
	Office/Secretarial
	Legal Help
	Fostering - Short Term
	Fostering - Long Term
	Helping at the Shelter - General Cleaning (Most Needed!!! Shifts available 7 days a week)
	Planning or Helping Out at Events
	Newsletter editor and assistant
	Fundraising efforts
	Driving Animals to Vet Appointments, Adoption Events, etc.
	Doing Volunteer Work at Home
	Doing Social Networking for us
	Photographer
	Volunteer Coordinator
	Adoption Counselor
I understand that due to the time involved in training our volunteers, we request that each volunteer makes a minimum commitment of 2 shifts of volunteer work per month.
If helping with general cleaning, please let us know which day or times work best for you. We are flexible when scheduling but our normal shifts needed are as follows: Sunday 9am-12pm (short volunteer day), Monday through Saturday: 8am-11am or 9am-12pm or 11am-2pm
Do you have an expected end date to your volunteer time at The Cat Corner? For example, if you know the date you will be returning to school and will no longer be able to volunteer. If you answered 'Yes,' please indicate your expected volunteer end date:
Please list any relevant animal care/volunteer experience.
Do you have a criminal conviction in the last 10 years?
Are you willing to undergo a background check?
Please provide 2 references, please include name, relationship, phone number and email address
Dress Code: There is not a current dress code at the shelter. However, please keep in mind you will be doing a lot of bending and kneeling. Appearance must be neat and clean. By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the "Dress Code." * Use mouse to sign to acknowledge.
(Use the mouse on your computer or finger on your mobile device to sign your name.) (Volunteer Code of Conduct 1 of 4) As a volunteer for The Cat Corner: I agree to abide by all policies and procedures of The Cat Corner, Inc. I will conform to all of The Cat Corner's rules and regulations, including safety, discrimination, harassment and confidentiality. I give consent to The Cat Corner to use and reproduce my name, voice, and/or likeness or that of my pet(s) in connection with any advertising, programming and/or promotion on The Cat Corner in any media it chooses. * (Use the mouse on your computer or finger on your mobile device to sign your name.)
(Volunteer Code of Conduct 2 of 4) As a volunteer for The Cat Corner, I further agree to: Support the mission, goals and efforts of The Cat Corner with a positive attitude. Approach my volunteer job responsibilities with professionalism. Treat all animals with respect and kindness. Report to my volunteer job physically and mentally fit for duty. The Cat Corner is a drug free organization. Deal fairly with all Cat Corner volunteers, leads, officers, directors, donors, customers, visitors, etc., without regard to their gender, race, ethnicity, religion, creed, age, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator immediately if I feel discriminated against or harassed by someone in connection with my volunteering. *
(Volunteer Code of Conduct 3 of 4) As a volunteer for The Cat Corner, I further agree to: Only serve as agency representative in the community or media spokesperson when authorized to do so by the President. Correct, when possible, misleading or inaccurate information and representations made by others concerning The Cat Corner, Inc. policies, practices and procedures. Maintain and safeguard the confidentiality of all business, donor, volunteer and animal records, credit and financial information and/or any information relating to the operation of organization that is not known or readily accessible to the public. *
(Volunteer Code of Conduct 4 of 4) As a volunteer for The Cat Corner, I further agree to: Observe all safety and security rules in the performance of my volunteer job duties. Report all accidents, injuries, fire, theft, or unusual incidents immediately after occurrence or discovery. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator if I have any questions or concerns about The Cat Corner’s policies, procedures, interpersonal communications or my volunteer responsibilities. In order to remain in good standing, I understand that I am required to consistently adhere to the Volunteer Code of Conduct. *
(Use the mouse on your computer or finger on your mobile device to sign your name.) Grounds for dismissal include, but are not limited to: Alcohol or other intoxicant use while working, Mistreatment of any animal, Inappropriate attitude or behavior towards any other persons, including other volunteer staff, Misrepresenting The Cat Corner, Inc. policies, Disseminating privileged information, Theft of property belonging to The Cat Corner, Inc., Not fulfilling volunteer tasks and/or duties, Any other reason not noted, but deemed as grounds for dismissal by the President or other board members. Any disputes regarding dismissal can be further discussed at a later arranged date and time with the President or Vice President. By putting my signature below, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the "Grounds for Dismissal." * (Use the mouse on your computer or finger on your mobile device to sign your name.) By signing the statement, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree.
I recognize working with animals as a volunteer for The Cat Corner, Inc. (The Cat Corner) places me at risk. I understand that because I may handle animals, it is important for me to speak with my physician about the tetanus and rabies pre-exposure vaccinations. I hereby release, indemnify, and hold harmless The Cat Corner, Inc., Petco, PetSmart Charities or PetSmart, and its agents from any and all claims, causes of action, or demands based on damages or injuries I may incur in connection with my volunteer services for The Cat Corner, Inc. including by not limited to animal bites, accidents, or injuries. *
(Use the mouse on your computer or finger on your mobile device to sign your name.) By signing below, I acknowledge that I have carefully read, fully understand, and accept the contents and legal ramifications of this Liability Waiver. I understand this is a legally binding and enforceable contract and accept it at my own free will. I agree that if any portion of this Liability Waiver is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect. * (Use the mouse on your computer or finger on your mobile device to sign your name.) By signing the statement, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree.
(Use the mouse on your computer or finger on your mobile device to sign your name.) I also certify that I have never been convicted of animal cruelty, neglect or abandonment, of any offense involving the physical or sexual abuse of a child, or any felony. * (Use the mouse on your computer or finger on your mobile device to sign your name.) By signing the statement, I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree.
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