SPCA Tampa Bay

Major Objective:            Work cooperatively with staff and other volunteers to assist in the daily care of animals in rehabilitation, including feeding, cleaning, and administering medications under supervision.  Gain valuable experience in wildlife rehabilitation while making a direct impact on the care and recovery of injured and orphaned animals.

 

Qualifications:                 Must be at least 18 years old

                                           Comfortable with working with a variety of wildlife species

Knowledge of standard SPCA policies and procedures

Ability to communicate and work well with the public, staff and volunteers

Valid driver's license, reliable transportation
Pay a nonrefundable amount of $10 for volunteer gear

                                               

Responsibilities:              Feed and water animals as needed

Clean animal cages as needed

                                            Record and report observations of patients to any Wildlife staff member

                                            Assist with basic animal procedures, including wound care, bandaging, and administering fluids and medications

                                            Drive SPCA Tampa Bay vehicles

                                            Professionally represent SPCA Tampa Bay at all times

 

Training:                            Complete telephone meet and greet with Volunteer Program Manager

Complete onsite orientation with Wildlife Assistant Manager

Complete onsite training sessions

Physical

Demands:                          Carry, kneel, bend, push and pull

                                             Walk and stand for prolonged periods

  Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds

 

Time Commitment:        Minimum per week: 16 Hours

Sunday-Saturday: Scheduled 8:00am-12:00pm, 12:00-4:00pm, or 2:00-6:00pm

Minimum Commitment: 3 months

               

Supervisor:                      Wildlife Manager