Caregiver, Animal Wellness

Responsibilities

• Carry out and maintain Animal feeding and watering schedules
• Perform animal health care tasks and treatments
• Identify common health issues
• Discuss treatment options
• Prepare and administer medications
• Display a basic understanding of medications
• Dose medications
• Observe and document animal behaviors and wellness
• Complete shelter projects as assigned such as feed ordering, med ordering, charting
• Provide daily enrichment
• Assist with veterinarian appointments
• Participate in health checks
• Perform proper animal handling techniques
• Partake in wellness meetings
• Explore innovative techniques including cooperative care, holistic care, etc.
• Supports Animal Care Intern Program by working with Interns onsite in daily tasks
• Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout sanctuary grounds.
• Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor and lifting (up to 50 lbs regularly; team-lift heavier amounts regularly)
• Must be able to bend, lift, push, stoop, stretch, climb, and crawl and other strenuous physical activities
• Must be able to regularly perform job responsibilities work in a variety of weather conditions; almost all work is done in outdoor setting that is not climate controlled

Requirements

• Keen animal behavior observation skills
• Demonstrates ability to follow detailed instructions and perform animal care duties as assigned
• Ability to work well with a variety of people and contribute to a healthy team environment
• Reliable and dependable with timeliness and attendance
• Commitment to Farm Sanctuary's animal care policies
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record, preferred
• Alignment with Farm Sanctuary's values of compassion, understanding, integrity, transformation, and freedom.
• Familiarity, commitment to, and experience with the practice of equity and social justice, and the principles embedded in Farm Sanctuary's mission
• We embrace candidates from a range of backgrounds and experiences, regardless of whether they satisfy all the specified requirements. We encourage you to apply, even if you have an unconventional or non-traditional background
• Specifications :
• Terms of employment : Permanent full-time, non-exempt position
• Reports to : Manager, Wellness
• Pay: $20 per hour
• Farm Sanctuary adheres to a non-negotiation philosophy regarding compensation and benefits outside the posted pay in our commitment to equitable hiring practices.
• Location : Watkins Glen
• Travel : Occasional travel may be required to assist with transport for animal adoptions or rescues
• Benefits : Competitive benefits package, including 13 paid holidays; generous paid time off; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 403(b) plan; flexible spending accounts; long-term disability insurance; free access to the CALM meditation app; and access to the Nivati wellness platform
• Additional Specifications : Work schedule varies; regular weekend and holiday availability required; evening hours may be required during summer months
• Our Process:
• Stage 1: 30-minute virtual interview with People and Culture team member
• Stage 2: 1-hour video interview with Animal Care manager
• Stage 3: 2 Day On-Site Working Interview
• Stage 4: Reference Checks
• Stage 5: Job Offer
• We believe that our prioritization of diversity, equity, a

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Additional Information

***Applications for this position will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity to maximize their chances of consideration.*** Summary: As a vital member of the Sanctuary team, the Caregiver, Animal Wellness provides essential daily needs to the residents. They assist in helping achieve optimal wellbeing for all the residents which includes their physical, emotional, cognitive and social health. The Caregiver, Animal Wellness works closely with the management team to identify concerns, course of action and implementation of quality care. They should have a strong desire and ability to perform hands-on work and a personal commitment to improving the lives of farmed animals.

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