Major Objective

Assist in caring for all Wildkind animals, including wildlife, exotics and barnyard animals. Help maintain a clean and comfortable environment for wildkind animals. Provide the public with information regarding humane solutions to wildlife concerns.

Duties

• Clean/disinfect housing units, feeding utensils, dishes, walls, counters and floors.
• Prepare animals’ diets, calculate amounts, and monitor food intake. Syringe or bottle-feed animals as necessary.
• Answer phone calls regarding wildlife concerns and send out printed materials on humane solutions.
• Maintain impound status and medical records of Wildkind animals.

Training

• Attend a Volunteer Orientation
• Complete Volunteer Profile
• Interview with Director and/or Manager of Wildkind
• Attend LHS 101 Training Class
• One-on-one training with Wildkind staff

Commitment

Wildkind volunteers must be 18 years of age or older and commit to at least one two-hour shift per week.

Volunteer Profile

Person with a strong commitment to wildlife rehabilitation. Previous animal handling experience preferred. Clear understanding of our philosophy that wild animals should remain wild and are rehabilitated with the goal of releasing them back into their natural environment. Able to understand and support euthanasia policy.

Volunteer Benefits

• Valuable wildlife rehabilitation experience
• Knowledge of local species
• Rewarding experience of helping to solve the problems urban growth create

Supervision

Direct supervision by Director of Wildkind and Manager of Wildkind, in-direct supervision by Wildkind staff.