Dog Walking Expectations

Commitment:  Dog walkers are asked to commit to three to six months of walking a dog

Absenteeism: Dog walkers are expected to show up consistently. If you are sick, out of town, or unable to make the walk for any reason, please let your client know ASAP.  If possible, you may also contact other walkers on your schedule to sub or switch days with you.  

Responsibilities: Dog walking volunteers agree not to carry out any responsibilities beyond the scope of the job description.  If clients need assistance in areas outside the scope of volunteer dog walking responsibilities, they should be directed to the PAWS office for referral to other services in San Francisco.

Dog Walking Expectations:

õ  Time Spent Walking:  Generally between 20-40 mins, depending on the dog. 

õ  Picking up Refuse:  Poop bags will be provided by either the client, or via PAWS

õ  Keeping Dogs on Leash:  Dogs are kept on leash at all times during the walk

Volunteer Application Acknowledgment

• I understand that this is an application for volunteering, and not a commitment or promise of volunteer opportunity.
• I certify that I have and will provide information throughout the selection process, including on this application and in interviews with PAWS that is true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge.
• I certify that I have and will answer all questions to the best of my ability and that I have not withheld and will not withhold any information that would unfavorably affect my application for a volunteer position.
• I understand that the information contained on my application will be verified by PAWS and I hereby give permission for PAWS to contact anyone it deems necessary to investigate or verify any information provided by me to discuss my suitability for a volunteer position, including my background, volunteer experience, education or related matters.
• I give Shanti Project and PAWS permission to contact via email with volunteer opportunities, upcoming events, and other ways to support the organization.
• I voluntarily and knowingly waive all rights to bring an action for defamation, invasion of privacy, or similar cause of action against anyone providing such information. 
• I understand that misrepresentations or omissions may be cause for my immediate rejection as an applicant for a volunteer position with PAWS or my termination as a volunteer.
• I understand that while volunteering at PAWS, I may come into contact with information that is considered confidential.  This includes any information related to clients: their HIV/AIDS, health or disability statuses, their income, their personal lives, or any other information related to them.  I agree that under no circumstance will I discuss this information with people outside of PAWS.  Should questions related to clients arise, I will refer people with questions to the PAWS office. 

Confidentiality

I understand that while volunteering at PAWS I may come into contact with information that is considered confidential.  This includes any information related to clients: their HIV/AIDS, health or disability status, their income, their personal lives or any other information related to them.  I agree that under no circumstance will I discuss this information with people outside of PAWS.  Should questions related to clients arise people may be referred to our office  

I agree to hold information on PAWS clients confidential.