| About the Position | |
| Position # | 4240 |
| Organization | ElderDog South Vancouver Island Pawds |
| Position | Dog Care Support Coordinator (DCSC) - Victoria |
| Impact Statement |
---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Do you believe in the unbreakable bond between seniors and their beloved dogs? Are you passionate about keeping love in the home, ensuring that aging companions remain together through life’s changes? As a Dog Care Support Coordinator, you will play a vital role in making this possible—supporting both people and their cherished pets with kindness, dedication, and care. At ElderDog Canada, we know that dogs are more than pets—they are loyal friends, trusted confidants, and sources of unconditional love. For many seniors, their dog is their greatest comfort, offering companionship through life’s ups and downs. Yet sometimes, age or health challenges make caring for their furry friend more difficult. That’s where we step in. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Description |
Responsibilities: Responding to inquiries and coordinating assistance requests Conducting initial visits with seniors Supporting and mentoring volunteers Scheduling dog care services Keeping records of client services Participating in teleconferences with fellow leadership team members Communicating regularly with volunteers and clients Who You Are: A compassionate leader with a heart for seniors and their dogs An organized and proactive communicator who values teamwork Adaptable and solution-driven, ready to handle challenges with care Comfortable with technology or willing to learn (Google Docs, Gmail and scheduling platform ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Training Details |
- Training and ongoing mentorship with members of the Victoria leadership team. - Access to existing tools and templates. - job shadowing with current DCS volunteers as required ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Working Conditions |
Primarily working from home. Occasional use of car to visit new clients. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Minimum Duration | 7 - 12 months |
| Timing | Anytime |
| Time Detail | may be up to 10 hours per week |
| Age | 18+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Area(s) of Interest | Animals/Pets, Senior Services |
| Skill(s) | Interpersonal Communication, Computer Skills, Empathy, Self-Motivation |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://www.elderdog.ca |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Catherine |
| Address | x Victoria, x |