Volunteering with the RSPCA QLD

Join the Fun and Make a Pawsitive Difference!

Looking for a rewarding way to spend your time? Love animals and want to make a meaningful impact on their lives? Look no further! We have an exciting volunteer opportunity that's perfect for animal enthusiasts like you. Get ready for an amazing experience that will leave you with a wagging tail!

What to Expect:

Get ready for an adventure that combines your passion for animals with hands-on experience and learning. Although it can get a little messy and smelly at times, the joy you'll feel is immeasurable. From cuddling cute kittens to playing fetch with playful pups, you'll be immersed in a world of furry friends. Whether it's rain or shine, summer or winter, you'll be out there making tails wag and hearts happy.

What are the Benefits?

• Plenty of quality time with lots of animals.
• An amazing opportunity to learn about the care and health requirements of our furry companions.
• Unleash your inner child and enjoy playtime and interactions with the animals in our care.
• Develop valuable skills and gain insights into the animal care industry.
• Become part of our warm and friendly community, where every wag and purr counts.
  
  

As a volunteer, you'll be an essential part of our team, with hands-on responsibilities that include:

• Giving the animals' pens a fresh start each day by cleaning up, replacing bedding, and ensuring everything is spick and span.
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic environment, because happy animals mean happy volunteers!
• Helping to keep our Animal Care Campus in tip-top shape, making it a welcoming haven for our furry residents.
• Taking our four-legged friends for a stroll around the campus, providing them with much-needed enrichment and exercise.
• Embrace your playful side by spending time with all our animals and facilitating social interactions with other animals, toys, and fellow humans.
• Handling laundry duties, ensuring that our animal friends have clean and cozy bedding.

Skills and Characteristics We're Looking For:

• Confidence in working with domestic animals or a willingness to learn more about animal care in a shelter setting.
• An ability to handle increased noise levels like a pro.
• Independence is key! We need volunteers who can work autonomously and take initiative.
  
• Physical fitness is a must! You should be able to lift up to 10kg and stand for extended periods.
• Attention to detail is crucial, as you'll be following instructions to ensure the well-being of our furry friends.
• Teamwork makes the dream work! Enjoy working collaboratively in a supportive environment.
• Excellent communication skills will help you connect with both animals and fellow volunteers.
• Show your dedication and hard work, as you'll be joining our passionate RSPCA team.

When Can You Join the Fun?

We have shifts either morning shifts, or afternoon shifts available Monday - Sunday with either our purr-fect Cats or our paw-some Dogs.
To ensure consistency and make a lasting impact, we kindly request a minimum commitment of one four-hour shift per week. Don't worry if you're new to this—our team will provide you with orientation and training on animal interaction, training, and husbandry.

Please note that due to our limited capacity as a smaller animal care center, vacancies are limited. Apply now to secure your spot!

Important Reminders:

Before handling animals at the RSPCA, please ensure you have an up-to-date Tetanus vaccination. Safety first!

Need More Info?

Contact our friendly Volunteer Coordinator at 3426 9903 or email us at volunteering@rspcaqld.org.au
To apply, please click the green 'fill in an application' button above to start your volunteering journey!

What to expect

This rewarding volunteer role would suit applicants that wish to spend their spare time giving back to the local community and who enjoy being outdoors.

The role can vary in the type of work required. Jobs can include anything from general maintenance around the centre to working in the grounds doing mowing, whipper snipping, watering to keep our grounds looking good.

What are the benefits?

• Gain an understanding of a well-respected charity and be able to share this knowledge with others in order to help animals, enlighten people and change lives.
  

What skills and characteristics do I need?

• Gardening, handyperson or maintenance experience. When applying please highlight what part of the role you are interested in doing.
• Reliable, punctual, organised and professional.
• Able to work as a team member and individually.
• Need to be physically fit with the ability to lift 10kg when required.
  
  

When can I volunteer?

• This is a flexible role, Monday – Friday

If you are ready to join the RSPCA Qld team, please click "Fill in an application" above. For further information, please contact us at volunteering@rspcaqld.org.au

What is Community Outreach?

RSPCA Qld believes that people and pets are better together. The emotional, mental and physical benefits of the relationships between people and pets highlight the importance of a proactive community outreach. Our positive impact within the community is made possible through the support of our community outreach volunteers.

The Community Outreach team aims to support and educate the community in becoming informed and responsible pet owners. This rewarding role would suit like-minded individuals who enjoy engaging with members of their community whilst promoting and supporting RSPCA QLD programs and services.

As RSPCA QLD’s community outreach extends further into additional regions, this exciting initiative will have you at the forefront of delivering positive outcomes for people and pets within your community. We have a number of positive, welcoming and encouraging staff members ready to support your community outreach adventure.

Our team works together with human service providers to amplify the support needed for people and their pets. 

We are currently providing community programs in the Logan, Moreton Bay, Cairns and Townsville regions, and we need your help. As this preventative and proactive initiative is a new venture for RSPCA QLD, recruiting community support is essential.      

Our vision is that all communities are empowered to care for animals and people.

What locations are available?

We are currently focusing on providing community outreach into the Logan, Moreton Bay, Cairns and Townsville regions. 

What are the benefits?

• As part of the Community Outreach Volunteer team, you will be at the forefront of delivering new and improved outcomes for your community.

• Be part of the Community Outreach Team.

• Supporting vulnerable and disadvantaged pet owners to better care for their pets.
  
  

What are the tasks?

• Represent RSPCA Qld in the community and share your passion for animal welfare.

• Provide assistance at community days alongside our RSPCA staff members.

• Provide assistance delivering community workshops and programs.

• Promote RSPCA Qld services and support programs.

Community event tasks will differ depending on assigned allocation and skillset.

What skills and characteristics do I need?

• Social etiquette – Welcoming, well-mannered, enthusiastic, empathetic, and patient 

• The ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to follow directions 

• Confidence to interact with members of the public.

• Understanding of RSPCA’s mission and stance on animal welfare issues, or the ability to enhance your knowledge.

Some roles may require a foundational level of computer literacy and animal handling skills. However, further training can be provided.

When can I volunteer?

Depending on your selected location, outreach days are only currently held on weekdays.

Please click the 'Fill in an Application" button above to register your interest in this role.