Canine Court Companion Program Volunteers, Lismore NSW

Guide Dogs NSW/ACT is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join their Canine Court Companion Program. Applicants will enjoy socialising with people, have a genuine love of dogs, good dog-handling skills and an interest in animal assisted therapy. As a Therapy Dog Handler you and your therapy dog will work as a team to help provide support to potentially anxious or distressed court users. Where: Lismore Court House, 9-11 Zadoc St Lismore NSW When: Weekdays Time: 9am -10.30am
Essential:
- Ability to host a specially selected Therapy Dog full-time in your home
- Good dog-handling skills
- Ability to manage a Labrador dog.
- Ability to safely transport a Labrador dog.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to commit to 1 morning per week for 12 months.
- Capacity to attend information and training sessions.
- Working With Children Check
- National Police Check
Guide Dogs NSW/ACT will provide ongoing training and support to successful applicants.