Wildlife Rehabilitation & Animal Caretaker

Essential Duties of the Job: 

• Complete Animal Caretaking shifts at the Kendalia location, upholding the high standards of care required.
• Responsible for the health and well-being of all animals and the integrity of housing and enclosures. Maintain detailed notes in departmental logs. Report abnormalities in animal health or behavior to the appropriate supervisor.
• Feed all animals according to dietary guidelines and feeding schedules.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in all enclosures and cages at all times.
• Monitor the health of animals and report observations to medical staff.
• Medicate sick or injured animals.
• Complete facility and enclosure maintenance and landscaping as required, including repairs, mowing, weed-eating, tree trimming, etc..
• Responsible for occasional rescues, releases, and transportation of animals.
• Adhere to protocols for admitting animals, filling out all paperwork completely, initial set up of animals (including hydration, feeding, and initial medical care), and working with the public who may be bringing the animal to us professionally and diplomatically.
• Complete required admission forms, internal and external paperwork, and phone logs promptly.
• Represent WRR professionally to the public while maintaining a neat and well-kempt appearance whether at the Kendalia Wildlife Sanctuary, on the phone, at events, or during educational engagements.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of WRR policies and protocols. Assist with training or retraining as needed.
• Mentor volunteers & apprentices, being sure the quality of care given is up to the WRR standard of excellence. Report all concerns to the appropriate area supervisor.
• Monitor feed and supplies. Report low inventory levels to the appropriate Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.