As a volunteer at CAAS, you are required to abide by the terms of the CAAS Volunteer Agreement. Read this agreement carefully before signing.
I will treat every animal with respect and kindness.
I will treat every staff member and other volunteer with respect and work with them as a goal-oriented team.
I will abide by all policies and procedures of CAAS and will follow the directions/instructions of CAAS staff.
I affirm that I have never been convicted of any animal abuse, hoarding, or neglect charges.
I accept the risk of carrying illnesses from the shelter to personal pets.
I accept that I cannot bring untrained, unregistered friends or relatives to work with me at the shelter.
I understand that minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal gaurdian while volunteering.
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless CAAS, its Board of Directors, and CAAS volunteers against any and all liability whatsoever arising out of or related to my duties under this agreement or for any negligent act or omission by CAAS, its Board of Directors, and CAAS volunteers.
If I fail to abide by the terms of the agreement or am otherwise unable to meet the requirements of the volunteer program, which are subject to change by CAAS from time to time, I understand that I will be terminated from the program. I also understand that I may at any time be removed from my position as a volunteer at the sole discretion of the Volunteer Coordinator, Director, or a Board Member.
I authorize any staff member of CAAS to seek emergency medical treatment for me is case of accident, injury, or illness. Such medical treatment is to be covered by my own health insurance.