Onsite Clinic and Enclosure Site Volunteers

Volunteer Opportunity: Wildlife Care Assistant

Are you passionate about helping native wildlife and making a hands-on difference in animal rehabilitation? Our clinic and enclosure site are seeking dedicated volunteers to assist with feeding and habitat care for animals undergoing treatment and rehabilitation.

What You’ll Do

As a Wildlife Care Assistant, you will:

• Prepare and distribute species-appropriate diets
• Handle and portion frozen mice and rats for feeding (required)
• Feed animals according to detailed care instructions
• Clean and sanitize enclosures, kennels, and feeding areas
• Replace bedding and enrichment materials
• Wash dishes and feeding tools
• Observe and report animal behavior or health concerns to staff

Your work directly supports the recovery and successful release of native wildlife back into their natural habitats.

Important Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Comfortable handling frozen mice and rats
• Able to follow strict hygiene and safety protocols
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable working in environments with animal waste, odors, and occasional exposure to injured wildlife

Ideal Volunteer Traits

• Strong attention to detail
• Compassionate and professional demeanor
• Willingness to learn about native species and rehabilitation practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Schedule & Commitment

• Shifts available at both our veterinary clinic and outdoor enclosure site
• Minimum commitment of one day per week (2-3 hrs) time requirement
• Training provided

This role is essential to the daily care and recovery of native wildlife. If you are ready for meaningful, hands-on work that truly makes a difference, we would love to hear from you!