Volunteer Application Form

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Yancey County Humane Society. We have updated the volunteer application process.

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EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
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EXPERIENCE
If you are volunteering at the animal shelter, please describe any experience you have had working with animals. Experience is not required!*
If none, please put NONE
Please list any specialized talent or skills that could be helpful such as crafts, carpentry, computer experience, landscaping, photography, etc.:*
If none, please put NONE
If volunteering at the Barkin' Basement, please list any retail experience you have. Experience is not required to volunteer!*
If none, please put NONE
Shelter OnlyBarkin' Basement OnlyBoth
WAIVER AND RELEASE
When volunteering at the shelter, volunteers must be able to react quickly and rationally, as animals can sometimes be unpredictable. Volunteers who work with animals must have the ability to restrain animals for their own safety, the safety of others and the safety of the animals. YCHS reserves the right to place volunteers in areas best suited to their abilities and restrictions, and to reject volunteers whose participation at events or programs sponsored by YCHS could potentially place the participant, the animals or other individuals at risk or harm.

While the YHS has a live release rate of 95% or above, there are times when the decision to euthanize is in the best interest of the animal. It is critical for volunteers who do not make euthanasia decisions to understand the pain, emotion and guilt associated with this role. The decision-makers face a difficult task and their decision must be respected, even if it is different from your own.

When volunteering at the Barkin' Basement, volunteers need to always be aware that they are representing the Yancey Humane Society to the public. Professional demeanor and dress are required.

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I understand that the handling of animals and any other volunteer activities on behalf of the Yancey County Humane Society may place me in a hazardous situation and could result in injury to me or my personal property. I release Yancey County Humane Society and all of its employees, agents and board members from liability of any nature, whether or not the basis of such liability is presently known to either party. It is understood by the parties to this agreement that I/we will not bring suit or any claims against the Yancey County Humane Society, its employees, agents, board members, or pet owners. This agreement shall be binding on all parties, their heirs and assigns. I also agree to comply with all of the rules and I understand that failure to do so may result in my immediate termination as a volunteer.

I understand that public relations are an important part of a volunteer’s activities on behalf of the Yancey County Humane Society. I hereby authorize the Yancey County Humane Society to use any photographs of me in its possession for public relations purposes.

By signing digitally and submitting this form, I hereby accept the above terms, conditions and understandings.
Volunteer Signature*

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Parent or Legal Guardian Signature (if applicable)

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Date Signed*
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Staff/Volunteer Coordinator Signature

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VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

EXPERIENCE

WAIVER AND RELEASE

OFFICIAL USE ONLY