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Volunteers are the heart of CCAT Join us to find YOUR JOY!
Here are just a few ways you can help
Urgently Needed:
Transportation, AM
1-2 hrs every Wednesday
This individual will be responsible for picking up cats at our care facility and delivering them to the correct clinic for TRVR appointments.
The morning deliveries
usually take place between 8:00-9:00 AM. The distance from the holding facility is usually less than 2 blocks (Columbia Animal Shelter), however other facilities may be used and can be as far away as 10 miles.
The volume of cats will vary from 2-8. Multiple transporters may be needed for the higher volume of cats. You do not need to stay once the cats have been delivered.
This person will not be handling the cats directly, just moving the cats in the traps from building to clinic.
Trapper
3-4 hrs per day, two consecutive days, 1 week per month (6-8 hrs total)
This is a community facing position. This individual will be assigned a location and will work with a Master Trapper during this session.
They may be asked to connect with the cat community manager before trapping to create a bond with the manager,. You will convey when you will be on the property, encourage the manager to discuss the uniqueness of their colony.
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On the days of trapping, you will pick up the required number of traps and food from our care facility, set the trap at the location and monitor the activity. When a cat is trapped you will cover the trap immediately, ensure the trap exits are secure, and then remove the cat from the premises and transport them to our care facility
At the end of the evening you will communicate with the community manager how many cats have been removed, when and if you will be returning the following day, and when they can expect the cats to be returned.
Training will be provided, experience is helpful, but not necessary. This individual will be under the supervision of a Master Trapper. You will not open the traps. Bedding changes, as well as food and water for the cats will be provided by the Master Trapper.
Housekeeping
1-2 hrs weekly, 3 times per month (3-5 hrs total)
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This individual is responsible for resetting the care facility after each TNR clinic (once per week, on Friday, 3 weeks per month).
Cleaning tasks will include cleaning and spraying the traps with disinfectants, mop the floor and tarp with cleaner, wash the feeding bowls, and remove all trash and replace trash cans with clean trash bags.
This individual will also keep track of the inventory needed, and notify the treasurer when purchases are needed. Inventory includes dry and canned food, bedding pads, newspaper, trap covers and paper towels.
Once orders have been placed, they will be delivered to your home, and this individual will bring these items to our care facility.
We realize this is not the most glamorous job, but it is one of the most important and rewarding. Without proper sanitation the CCAT team would not be able to service as many cats as we do. This individual is considered a “prince or princess” among our team members.
Additional Opportunities
Transportation, PM
1-2 hrs every Wednesday
This individual will be responsible for picking up cats at the clinic and returning them to our care facility.
The afternoon pick-up times can vary. One facility is usually finished by 1 PM, another 3-4 PM. The distance from the clinic to our care facility is less than 2 blocks (Columbia Animal Shelter), however other facilities may be used and can be as far away as 10 miles.
The volume of cats will vary from 2 -8.
Once you have returned the cats to our care facility you will be required to notify the person who will be caring for them post-surgery.
This person will not be handling the cats directly, they will be moving the cats in the traps from clinic to building.
Greatest Need
Hours and Days Based
on Your Availability
Every volunteer group depends on individuals who have a variety of skills and some open time on various days. If you are one of those individuals and you want to help with what needs to be done on any given day – WE COULD USE YOUR HELP!
When you complete the volunteer form put Greatest Need on the form with days and times you have available. We will reach out immediately and discuss what is on the upcoming calendar.
Foster Home
Hours and Days Based
on Your Availability
Fostering a kitten or two....or more is a great way to support unowned community cats. You are responsible for socializing the little ones for the best possible outcome when it comes time for adoption.
The Columbia Animal Shelter has a great program to train you on all the ins and outs.
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Please call them today to attend a training session. 717-681-6858
Makers
1 hr per month
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Calling all craft lovers! If you love to make “things” this is perfect for you. We are looking for individuals to make cat desirable items prior to local events where CCAT will have a booth.
CCAT will provide samples and supplies to make the items, indicate the quantity needed, and when they should be finished.
Once completed, this individual will notify the event coordinator, and he/she will pick up the items prior to the event.