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We used to be known as the Cerebral Palsy League, but now we’re CPL which stands for Choice, Passion and Life. We tailor our support services in homes, schools and communities to each client’s goals so they can live the life they choose with passion.Would you like to know what it’s like to volunteer at CPL? Check out some of the wonderful stories shared by our talented team of volunteers across Qld. We have volunteer roles in companionship, sport, administration and much more!We are always looking for volunteers to come and join our team, so we'd love to hear from you!Are you a friendly and sociable person that can support people with disabilities to connect with animals through therapeutic pet visits?CPL Hillcrest are looking for passionate volunteers who would like to share their time once a week on a Saturday/Sunday with their good natured, obedience trained dogs to connect in a social setting with clients and engage in the therapeutic quality of animal companionship.As the Social Companion – Pet Visitor you will be:Conducting friendly, professional encounters with clients.Sharing the companionship of your pets with clients.Encouraging and engaging clients to pursue and develop their hobby/interests, and enjoy social encounters.Lifting pets on and off of beds and other surfaces to allow interaction between the clients and your pet.About your furry friendPets will be of a gentle nature to enjoy cuddles on a bed or other like surface with clientsPets must be wormed This volunteer role the will take place on Saturdays/Sundays, either between 9am and 11am or between 3pm and 5pm. The volunteer and CPL will regularly review this volunteer role based on the capacity of the volunteer to assist on an ongoing basis and the needs of CPL.You will be responsible for organising your transport to and from the location of this CPL role.Make a difference and support people with a disability to live the life they choose!Please note, at CPL all staff and volunteers must hold either a valid Blue Card with Yellow Card Exemption or a Yellow Card. CPL will assist you to apply for these cards which are free for volunteers.Role Description AUD Australia - QLD Brisbane Southern Suburbs & Logan Hillcrest 4118

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