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3 people are interested
Wildlife Rehabilitation Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: VOLUNTEERS FOR WILDLIFE INC
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3 people are interested
Volunteers for Wildlife admits roughly 2,000 injured and orphaned wild animals each year. These animals are all in critical condition and require expert care. They are highly sensitive, dangerous animals, and are only cared for by experienced volunteers and staff.
Rehabilitation is fast-paced and includes work with a large number of different species! Responsibilities include cage cleaning, general hospital upkeep and cleaning, diet preparation, feeding, and handling/restraining animals during medical treatments.
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About VOLUNTEERS FOR WILDLIFE INC
Location:
194 BAYVILLE ROAD UNIT A, LOCUST VALLEY, NY 11560, US
Mission Statement
Dedicated to preserving Long Island's wildlife & natural habitats through education and rehabilitation.
Description
Volunteers for Wildlife Inc. is a non-profit Wildlife Hospital & Education Center founded in 1982. We are dedicated to the rescue & rehabilitation of Long Island's injured and orphaned wildlife. We educate the public about preservation of wildlife & natural habitats through our education outreach programs for children & adults.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
194 Bayville RoadUnit ALocust ValleyLocust Valley, NY 11560
DATE POSTED
September 2, 2019
SKILLS
- Veterinary
- Environmental Education
- Farming
- Animal Care / Handling
- Animal Therapy
- Aquarium Maintenance
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- One 8am-4pm shift a week on the same day each week. Minimum of 6 months.
- Dependable & punctual attendance, previous animal experience preferably with wildlife or veterinary medicine, ability to work on your feet indoors & outdoors in all weather conditions, emotional stability to work with critically injured animals.