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Unleash your passion for animal welfare and be the catalyst for change!
Join the RSPCA in their mission to make a real difference in the lives of animals. With a range of engaging volunteer opportunities, you can be part of their community and education initiatives that shape hearts, minds, and behaviours. Your contribution will fuel the RSPCA's vital work, touching countless lives.
Step into the spotlight as you assist in community action days and deliver captivating presentations to schools and community groups. Share the vital message of responsible pet ownership and animal welfare, igniting a spark of empathy and compassion in young minds.
Experience the power of collective action as RSPCA rallies local communities through proactive People & Pets activations, creating thriving animal welfare networks. Embark on education visits to schools and communities, leaving an indelible mark on hearts and minds.
Together, let's transform communities into beacons of compassion and build a future where every animal receives the love and care they deserve.
Volunteer with the RSPCA and ignite change in the world, one paw at a time!
If you are interested in becoming a part of a team of passionate people making a proactive and positive difference in your community, please click one of the available roles below to join the team.
Together we change lives!
Volunteer Positions Available
Community Crew | Moreton Bay Region
Connect, Care, and Create Change!
We have a number of positive, encouraging, welcoming and supportive Community Crew teams across the state all aiming to engage and inspire local communities to become socially conscious animal communities. This rewarding role would suit someone who enjoys engaging with members of the community whilst promoting and supporting the programs and services that RSPCA Qld provides in the community.
We are currently focusing on community outreach, animal welfare education and support in the Moreton Bay region and we need your help. As this preventative and proactive initiative is a new space for RSPCA QLD, recruiting community support is essential.
RSPCA QLD is 94% community funded! To continue to drive great animal outcomes and proactive community support we rely heavily on community fundraising. The community crew team achieves this by conducting various community fundraising initiatives such as BBQ’s, annual RSPCA Cupcake Day stalls and corporate events. These events will mostly be on the weekends, but there may be some weekday events as well.
Our vision is that all communities are empowered to care for animals and people.
What locations are available?
We are currently focusing on activating Community Crew in the Moreton Bay region (Dakabin being the base shelter).
What are the benefits?
- Helping to raise awareness of the services that RSPCA provides in the community
- Raising funds to help animals in need
- Be part of the Community Crew team
What are the tasks?
- Represent RSPCA Qld in the community and share your passion for animal welfare
- Assist at community events
- Promote RSPCA Qld services, activations and support programs
- Seek out new and innovative opportunities in your community
- Help with fundraising
What skills and characteristics do I need?
- Be friendly, positive and enthusiastic
- The ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.
- Good communication skills and ability to follow directions
- Confidence in answering questions from members of the public
- Good understanding of RSPCA’s mission and stance on animal welfare issues
When can I volunteer?
This volunteer position is flexible and the tasks are dependent on the region you are volunteering in. Activities as part of this role will be on different times and days, or may be a regular shift, depending on the event. Full orientation and training is provided.
Please click 'Fill in an Application" button above to register your interest in this role.
Community Crew | Townsville
Connect, Care, and Create Change!
This rewarding role would suit volunteers who enjoy engaging with members of the community and promoting the programs and services that RSPCA Qld provides in the community. You’ll be part of the Community Crew team and participating in a range of different activities, including (but not limited to!) market stalls, events, barbeques, adoption events, and corporate events. These events will mostly be on the weekends, but there may be some weekday events as well.
What are the benefits?
- Helping to raise awareness of the services that RSPCA provides in the community
- Raising funds to help animals in need
- Promote animals available for adoption
- Be part of the Community Crew team
What are the tasks?
- Represent RSPCA Qld in the community and share your passion for animal welfare
- Seek out new and innovative opportunities in your community
- Assist and organise community events
- Create future animal advocates through educational visits
- Promote RSPCA Qld services and support programs
- Promote RSPCA Events
- Help raise funds
What skills and characteristics do I need?
- Be friendly, positive and enthusiastic
- The ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.
- Good communication skills and ability to follow directions
- Confidence in answering questions from members of the public
- Good understanding of RSPCA’s mission and stance on animal welfare issues
When can I volunteer?
This volunteer position is flexible. Activities as part of this role will be on different times and days, or may be a regular shift, depending on the event. Full orientation and training is provided. You will be required to attend a monthly Community Crew meeting.
We are looking for volunteers who can assist for a minimum of 3 months.
Please click 'Fill in an Application" button above to register your interest in this role.
Wacol Animal Care Campus
Volunteer at our Wacol Shelter and Experience the Joy of Making a Pawsitive Difference!
At RSPCA Qld, we offer a range of volunteer roles that put you right at the heart of animal care. From hands-on work with dogs, cats, and farmyard friends to helping behind the scenes, there’s something for everyone.
These roles are rewarding—but they’re not all cuddles! Keeping animals happy and healthy means plenty of cleaning and physical work. Rain or shine, weekday or public holiday, we need dedicated volunteers every single day.
If you're keen to volunteer in an animal care role, please have a look at our current vacancies below and submit an application.
Due to high demand, our Volunteer roles are currently closed to new applications.
Please check back on this page regularly — we will reopen applications as soon as placements become available.
Please note we are unable to provide work experience or offer any student placements (exceptions being placements organised through university or tertiary programs).
Orientation dates are currently only being held on Mondays, due to staff constraints. We understand how this may affect your ability to begin volunteering and apologise that we can not open weekends up at this stage.
Animal Care & Shelter Support
Corporate Experience Day Volunteer | Wacol
RSPCA QLD Corporate Partnerships team are on the hunt for superstar volunteers to assist with the expanding Corporate Experience Program.
What to Expect
At RSPCA Queensland, we believe that humane education is the most powerful way to change people’s attitudes and behaviours towards animals. As a Corporate Experience Day Volunteer, you will work alongside our Partnerships Coordinator and assist participants with various tasks, such as creating enrichment for the animals and walking dogs.
Tasks:
- Assist in supervising corporate participants and facilitating different activities across the shelter.
- Liaise and communicate with the Corporate Experience Program Officer, as well as setting up and packing down the day.
- Collect animals from their pens and return them as required.
- Answer questions about animal welfare and the work done by the RSPCA, and actively promote RSPCA principles and ideas.
- Host hospital and/or campus tours if comfortable (not a necessity).
- Follow RSPCA philosophy of positive reinforcement with all animal interactions.
Skills and Characteristics Needed:
- Strong animal handling skills, preferably dog handling skills, level 2 if possible or willingness to obtain.
- Confidence in working with domestic animals and/or willingness to learn more about working with animals in a shelter situation.
- Willingness to learn about our partnerships program.
- Excellent communication skills (this is an essential requirement)
- Physical fitness (able to lift 10kg) and ability to stand for long periods.
- Ability to think on your feet and handle a variety of general enquiries and situations.
- A passion for animal welfare and education, with excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
If you are interested in this rewarding opportunity, please email partnerships@rspcaqld.org.au for further details.
When Can I Volunteer?
- We ask for a minimum commitment of one shift per week for at least three months.
- The weekly shifts are available between the hours of 8:15am - 4:30pm, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday.
- This role is located onsite at our Brisbane Animal Care Campus in Wacol.
How Can I Apply?
To apply, please complete the volunteer application form by clicking the 'fill in an application' button.
Please note, candidates may be asked to complete a short phone interview to discuss their experience and suitability for the role as part of the selection process.
