Volunteer and School Liaison Manager, PetPalsNC

Volunteer and School Liaison Manager (Volunteer Position with Stipend)

Overview: Do you believe in the transformative power of pet-assisted therapy in schools? PetPalsNC is seeking a dedicated Volunteer and School Liaison Manager to join our team. Pet-assisted therapy has been shown to improve emotional well-being, increase student engagement, and foster a positive school environment. This role is vital in managing our volunteer handlers, coordinating with school liaisons, and ensuring the successful implementation of our programs. With a stipend provided, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to help shape the future of pet-assisted therapy in education and make a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit and manage volunteer certified therapy dog handlers.
• Ensure completion of required training for volunteers and school liaisons.
• Maintain relationships with schools and manage Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs).
• Facilitate communication between volunteers and schools.
• Implement a system to track volunteer hours.
• Meet and vet new therapy dog teams.
• Conduct "new school orientations" at schools when a new therapy dog team and school are matched.

Qualifications:

• Experience in volunteer management and education.
• Experience as a therapy dog handler and knowledge of animal-assisted therapy in schools.
• Administrative experience in schools, preferably as a social worker or counselor.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Passion for the mission of PetPalsNC.

Work Environment and Benefits:

• Flexible working hours with the ability to work remotely for some tasks.
• Hands-on involvement, including meeting and vetting new therapy dog teams and conducting school orientations.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students and school communities.
• A stipend based on a percentage of funds raised, providing direct benefit from fundraising successes.

For more information on PetPalsNC, please visit: https://petpalsnc.org