Animal Rescue Center Camp Volunteers (18+)

The SPCA Westchester Animal Rescue Center is looking for Camp Volunteers for Summer 2025! (Age 18+)

This role is responsible for planning and leading games, crafts, educational activities, tours (and more!) for children attending SPCA's summer camp program.

The ideal candidate is a motivated leader who demonstrates excellent organization and a true passion for working with children in engaging, safe environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Provide a positive & interactive learning environment for campers by planning and leading a variety of activities
  • Work collaboratively with others
  • Communicate effectively and professionally with volunteers, staff, campers, families, and the public
  • Work efficiently under pressure and be adaptable in a fast-paced environment
  • Ensure campers are supervised at all times
  • Strictly adhere to SPCA Westchester protocols

Qualifications:

• • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
  • Excellent time management with ability to multi-task
  • Ability to meet physical requirements including but not limited to: walking, standing, bending, squatting, and lifting (up to 40lbs)
  • Animal handling experience preferred
  • Camp counselor experience preferred (or similar)
  • Must pass a background check
  • Availability: Mon-Fri Late June-August, approximately 15 hours per week

Why Volunteer? Animal shelters nationwide are experiencing higher animal intakes and lower adoption rates than in years past. You’ll notice this volunteer opportunity is well suited to help SPCA educate, expand and deepen its connection with the community, as this is an essential step to combat the problem of animal homelessness.

In this role, you can meaningfully help SPCA further its life-saving efforts AND add impressively to your resume.