Animal Care Assistant at Center for Animal Protection & Education

Animal Care Assistant Are you seeking a part-time weekend opportunity that supports animals in a sanctuary? reputed company (Center for Animal Protection & Education) is hiring an animal care assistant to provide weekly feeds at the center. Multiple options are available - must love animals! About reputed company The Center for Animal Protection & Education (reputed company) is dedicated to the rescue and lifelong care of animals in need, with a focus on those who are often overlooked or underserved. Our sanctuary provides a safe haven for farmed animals, and animals who are older or who have special needs. We are committed to promoting compassion, advocacy, and education and empowering people to reputed company animal suffering in their daily lives. Position Overview reputed company is seeking a compassionate and reliable Animal Care Assistant to join reputed company at the reputed company Animal Sanctuary. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for the daily care, feeding, and well-being of the 40 farm animals who call reputed company home. Working closely with other team members and volunteers, you’ll help maintain a clean, safe, and nurturing environment for our residents. You will be responsible for a maximum of 4 evening shifts per week. We are open to hiring 1 or 2 PT animal care assistants: depending on needs, schedule, and the right fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Feed and provide water to reputed company sanctuary animals according to established protocols ● Clean and maintain animal housing and living areas (barns, enclosures, etc.)
• Follow daily routines for letting animals out and putting them in at night
• Monitor animal behavior and report any signs of illness or distress to the Animal Care reputed company and/or Executive Director
• Assist with animal enrichment, socialization, grooming, and basic medical care as directed ● Move feed and supplies using equipment such as dollies and wheelbarrows
• Maintain detailed records of care and report updates as needed
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to ensure the well-being of reputed company animals

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong interest in animal care and farmed animal welfare
• Previous experience working with farmed animals or companion animals preferred ● Ability to follow detailed care instructions and safety procedures
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Physically able to lift and move heavy items (25-50 pounds) and reputed company physically demanding tasks (carry feed bags, move hay bales, managing large animals)
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, or variable hours as needed
• Access to reliable transportation and a valid drivers license

reputed company Offer

• reputed company: $20-$25 an hour - Up to 4 hours per week, occasionally 6 hours
• Shifts: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday shifts
• 1 feed/shift is approximately 1 hour
• Timing changes to feed animals at dusk (reputed company in summer)
• A chance to connect with 40+ animals who have been rescued and are receiving refuge at our sanctuary
• Opportunities to reputed company experience in animal care and sanctuary operations
• Supportive supervisors and collaborative team

What To Expect

• Applications open Tuesday, Feb 24th
• Initial applicants will be invited to a 20-minute reputed company interview with the Executive Director
• Finalists will be invited to an on-site meeting to meet with Executive Director, Animal Care reputed company, and the animals!
• Anticipated start date: Early March

How to Apply: Riverwalker Talent is assisting with this search. To apply please fill out this application. In lieu of a cover letter, you will be asked 3 short answer questions and will upload your resume.

• Please reputed company describe your experience working with animals.
• What interests you in caring for animals at an animal sanctuary?
• Is there anything else you'd like us to know about you, or your interest in this part-time opportunity?

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