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Online Volunteer Application

We're glad you are thinking about becoming a RCHS volunteer! Simply fill out the form below and our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you shortly. Required fields are marked with an asterisk.

Please note that Rancho Coastal Humane Society volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, and be physically capable of handling animals. If you are under 18 and are looking for ways to get involved, check out our KCS program.

If you'd prefer to fill out a paper application, click here for a PDF that you can print out and mail to us. To have a paper application mailed to you instead, e-mail us at volunteer@rchumanesociety.org, with your name and postal address - or give us a call at (760) 753-6413 between 11AM and 5PM.

General Information

*Full Name:
*Home Address:
*City:
*State:
*Zip:
*E-Mail:
*Home Phone:
Work Phone:
Preferred Contact:
*Best Time to Call:  to  
Preferred T-shirt Size:
Employer:
Position:
Are you 18 year of age or older?No     Yes
*Date of Birth:
*Please list any medical conditions we need to be aware of:


Whom should we contact in case of an emergency?
*Name:
*Phone:
*Relationship to you:

More About You

How did you hear about our volunteer program?

Other than your love of animals, why do you want to become a RCHS volunteer?

Describe your experience with animals:

Describe any present or previous volunteer experience:

Describe any experience working with the public:

RCHS tries to find homes for all the animals in our care. However, for medical or behavioral reasons, euthanasia may sometimes be the only and necessary option. Please share your thoughts about euthanasia:

Areas of Interest/Skills

Please indicate the areas of interest, expertise, and skills you may have. Check all that apply. If there's any special skill that's not listed here that you would like us to know about, please use the field below to describe it.

Animal Care:
Rabbits*Cats*Dogs
Companionship*Training*Grooming
Education*Foster Program*Veterinary Technician
Canine Coach* * 


Education & Events:
Event Planning*Information tables*Safehouse Program
Community Outreach*Educational shelter tours*Kids Community Service
Volunteer Mentoring*Volunteer training tours* 
Other:


General Office:
Computers*Mailings*Information Distribution
Calligraphy*Photography*Graphic Design
Front Desk* 
Other:


Thrift Shop Retail:
Sales*Pricing*Display
Pick-Ups

Describe any special skills you may possess that are not listed above:

Availability

Schedules are flexible. Please let us know which day(s) and shift(s) will work best for you.

  • Morning shifts are from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  • Mid-day shifts are from 12:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • Afternoon shifts are from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday:Morning  Mid-day  Afternoon
Tuesday:MorningMid-dayAfternoon
Wednesday:MorningMid-dayAfternoon
Thursday:MorningMid-dayAfternoon
Friday:MorningMid-dayAfternoon
Saturday:MorningMid-dayAfternoon
Sunday:MorningMid-dayAfternoon


Would you be able to volunteer a set schedule? Yes    No
How often would you be able to volunteer?Weekly    Bi-Weekly    Monthly
RCHS requires all volunteers to participate in at least two community events annually. These events are normally evenings and weekends.  
Would you be willing and able to fulfill this volunteer requirement? Yes    No

Additional comments regarding your schedule:

Please Review Your Application and Submit

If there is anything else you would like us to know, please do so now:

Once your application is approved, you will be required to sign a Volunteer Release form. If you feel your application is complete, click on the button marked Submit Application.

Please e-mail me a copy of my completed application to the email-address I entered above.
Yes, I would like to receive the RCHS Volunteer E-Newsletter.


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