Junior Volunteer Application

Junior Volunteer Application

Thank you for considering to be a SFAHS Junior Volunteer. Please take the next 20-30 minutes to thoughtfully and carefully fill out the application. Applications that are not filled out with time and care may not be considered. Parents/Guardians are REQUIRED to volunteer with junior volunteer applicants
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Parent / Guardian Volunteer Name

First NameLast Name
JR Volunteer Name

First NameLast Name
Address

Street Address

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CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Parent / Guardian Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Parent / Guardian Email
example@example.com
Parent/ Guardian Drivers License Number
Parent/ Guardian Birthdate

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JR Volunteer Birthdate

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JR Volunteer Age
Ages 12-under 15, 16+ please fill out an adult volunteer application
Emergency Contact Name & Relation
* Other Contact that is NOT the Parent/Guardian volunteering alongside JR Volunteer.
Emergency Contact Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Are you able to complete the minimum 2 hours every month, for at least 3 months?
Do you have animal allergies or sensitivities we should be aware of, such as cleaning supplies or outdoor allergies?
If yes, please explain
Why would you like to be a Junior Volunteer for SFAHS? What made you decide to apply for this program?
What volunteer programs are you interested in? (Please select all that apply)
Does the junior volunteer need volunteer hours for any programs/internships/schooling/ community service?
If yes, please explain for what purpose, how many hours are needed, and deadline of obtaining hours.
Do you currently have any pets?
If yes, what kind of pets?
Parents/ Guardians: Have you ever, been actively involved with the breeding of animals? Please explain your feelings on breeding domestic pets.
Has anyone on this application ever been convicted of a crime?
If yes, please explain.
Applicants may be subject to a background check as part of the application process. By submitting an application, you consent to the organization conducting any necessary background screenings to determine eligibility. By writing your name below, you have read and agreed to this statement.

First NameLast Name
SFAHS is an open admission shelter that never euthanizes for length of stay, space or breed. Euthanasia is present at the shelter for animals who are suffering mentally or physically, animals that have been declared vicious by the city or who are not safe to be in the public, and for those requested from the public. Parents and Guardians please explain this to your JR volunteers.
Do you understand that under certain circumstances, we may have to euthanize an animal at the shelter?
Please explain your feelings about euthanasia.
Drop down the following 3 menus and complete the information to submit your application.
- Volunteer Policies and Agreement
  
  Please read and initial
- Please understand that everything will be done to prevent accidents from happening, but there is always a chance of being injured while volunteering. The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society is not responsible for any injuries that may occur.
  Junior Volunteer & Parent initials
- Volunteers are not allowed to bring others who are not registered volunteers. This policy includes friends, children, and relatives.
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- It is important that volunteer attendance is consistent and meets the minimum time commitment of 2 hours per month, for 3 months. Should you find the nature of this volunteer work is not what you expected, or, that you can’t achieve the minimum hours for any other personal reason – you need to inform the Volunteer Coordinator so your records are updated accordingly. This may require you to attend all training AGAIN should you want to volunteer in the future. These policies are in place to ensure volunteers are confidently trained – thus lessening the chances of injury.
  Junior Volunteer & Parent initials
- Confidentiality: Volunteers and Junior Volunteers are to keep all Humane Society matters confidential, and refrain from speaking to any type of media unless approval is received from the executive director.
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- Parents/Guardians ARE REQUIRED to come volunteer with the Junior Volunteer Applicants. Junior Volunteers are not allowed to be on the premise without the parent/guardian that went through training with them. Parents/Guardians must be at least 18 years of age.
  Junior Volunteer & Parent initials
- An up-to-date TETANUS vaccine is recommended, in the event that you are bitten or scratched. TETANUS vaccines need to be updated every 10 years. It may be obtained by your physician at your own expense.
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- There are rules and procedures in place to continue the success of the Junior Volunteer. These rules will be explained to both Junior Volunteer and Parent/Guardian. If these rules cannot be followed, the Junior Volunteer will be asked to discontinue the program. These rules are set in place for safety reasons and must be followed.
  Junior Volunteer & Parent initials
- Because of the nature of our business, and the unpredictable strength and nature of animals, please let us know if you have any concerns with animal handling and safety. The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society reserves the right to match volunteer positions to animals based on safety factors. Please initial below that you have read and agreed to this statement.
  Junior Volunteer & Parent initials
- **The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society reserves the right to decline any volunteer application for any reason. This may include, but is not limited to any area where there is a conflict of interest or incomplete application.
- In the event that I become a member of the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society Volunteer Program, I agree to abide by all present and subsequently issued rules of the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society: (Junior Volunteer Signature Required)
  
  Click and hold to electronically sign your name. You must sign your full name. Anything besides a full signature will make the application incomplete and it may not be processed.
- Parent Signature Required*
  
  Click and hold to electronically sign your name. You must sign your full name. Anything besides a full signature will make the application incomplete and it may not be processed.
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- Parent Consent, Waiver, and Release
  
  Parent/Guardians please fill out the form below and sign.
- Junior Volunteer's Name
  
  First NameLast Name
- It is agreed that all risks attendant to watching and/or participating in shelter activities, including, but not limited to bodily injury, are assumed by the participant and his/her parents and/or legal guardian and that this assumption is acknowledged, approved, and agreed to by said participant and his/her parents and/or legal guardian as indicated by the signature hereto. The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society will not take liability for any injuries sustained during activities. I hereby certify that the above named participant is physically able to participate in the Junior Volunteer program, and that I know of no physical impairments which would in any manner limit his/her participation in such a program. I hereby grant permission for consideration for honoring the participant’s request to participate in the above activity, I, for myself, my executors, administrators, and assigns, do hereby release and forever discharge the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society, its Board of Trustees, its respective entities, administrators, members, volunteers, employees, or agents from any claims that I might have myself or could bring on the participants behalf with regard to damages, demands, or any actions whatsoever, including those based on negligence or failure to supervise, in any manner arising out of the participant’s participation in this activity. I grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name, photographs, video, or other recordings of our participation in volunteer activities for any lawful purpose without obligation or liability to me.
  Parent/Guardian initials
- I also hereby agree to save, hold harmless, and indemnify the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society, its Board of Trustees, and/or its respective entities, administrators, members, employees, volunteers, or agents against any and all claims, including claims of negligence or failure to supervise, which the participant might bring against them as a result of his or her participation in the above activity.
  Parent/Guardian initials
- I recognize that this Release means that I am giving up, among other things, rights to sue the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society its Board of Trustees, its respective entities, administrators, volunteers, members, employees, agents for injuries, damages or losses that my child may incur.
  Parent/Guardian initials
- Parent/Guardian signature
  
  Click and hold to electronically sign your name. You must sign your full name. Anything besides a full signature will make the application incomplete and it may not be processed.
- Today's Date
  
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- **The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society reserves the right to decline any volunteer application for any reason. This may include, but is not limited to any area where there is a conflict of interest or incomplete application. Due to liability issues, The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society does not have a program for court ordered or diversion program community service.**
  
  Completing this application does not make you a SFAHS volunteer. You will go through the following process:
  
  1. Application submitted. Please allow 3-5 business days to process.
  2. If application is approved, you will be contacted to schedule your orientation and training sessions.
  3. After the training sessions are complete, you will be able to volunteer, but additional training is encouraged.
- Please verify that you are human
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Junior Volunteer Application

Volunteer Policies and Agreement

Parent Consent, Waiver, and Release