Jr Wildlife Rehabilitator

If you are up for the challenge and would like to be considered for this position, we would like to hear from you. The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) is looking to fill the following career opportunity:
**POSITION**: Jr Wildlife Rehabilitator - Canada Summer Jobs
**STATUS**: Temporary, Full-time Position - May 1st - August 31st, 2024
**SHIFT**: Various Shifts - 37.5 hours per week
**LOCATION**: Wild Arc - Victoria, BC
**CLASSIFICATION**: CUPE 50
**WAGE**: $19.68 per hour
**CLOSING DATE**: April 25, 2024 (Midnight EST)
- must be between 15-30 years of age at the start of employment and looking for career-related experience
- must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and,
- must have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations (proof required)

NOTE - Aboriginal students are encouraged to self-identify as this has been identified as a local priority in the constituency by Canada Summer Jobs.

**About the Position**:
The Junior Wildlife Rehabilitator will participate in all wildlife care duties and the daily operation of the centre, including rescue and rehabilitation of wildlife, in addition to maintenance of facilities and cleaning. By telephone and in person, promote the BC SPCA philosophy and mandate with respect to wildlife and animal welfare. Work in a humane, professional, and responsible manner, and encourage by teaching and example, other staff and volunteers to show the same qualities. Maintain operations to BC SPCA Wild ARC guidelines in conjunction with IWRC/NWRA minimum standards for wildlife rehabilitation.

**Some specific duties**:

- Participate in all daily animal care duties including admission, rescue, triage, examination, treatment, diet planning, food preparation, feeding and release
- Perform duties as required including answering phone calls, interacting with the public, veterinarians, government, etc. in order to maintain centre operations
- Ensure facility hygiene and adherence to health and safety protocols
- Assist in the training and management of volunteers
- Maintain detailed records including patient-files, care instructions, and patient log book; perform data entry of files and analysis of records
- Rescue and transport wildlife
- Participate in cage design, construction, and maintenance as required
- Pick up supplies and donations as required
- Attend and participate in team meetings, training, workshops and other projects as required
- Liaise with other rehabilitation organizations and perform regular research to ensure highest standards of animal care; stay abreast of current wildlife rehabilitation practices
- Work shifts as required (weekends, evenings, stat holidays) and perform other related duties as assigned

**Qualifications you need to have**:

- Minimum 1 year of post-secondary studies in Biological Sciences, Conservation or Environmental Studies, Animal Care, or relevant field
- Demonstrated animal care experience with wild mammals and birds through volunteering or practicum experience (include in resume # hours completed)
- Basic knowledge of natural history, identification, and behaviour of BC wildlife species; familiar with provincial and federal government wildlife regulations and rehabilitation permit requirements
- Strong teamwork skills and work ethic
- Excellent communication skills including telephone and public speaking
- Capable of handling a demanding workload and long hours; work weekends and statutory holidays
- Ability to work in all types of outdoor conditions
- Comfortable working with potentially hazardous conditions, such as contact with parasites, zoonotic diseases, dangerous animals, and chemicals
- Requires substantial physical labour (must be able to lift 50 pounds)
- Must be vaccinated for tetanus (and rabies preferred)
- Must be able to work in emergency situations, on short notice
- Good physical stamina and health
- Intermediate level of computer literacy
- Valid Class N or 5 BC Drivers’ License and driver’s abstract
- Access to vehicle use daily (Wild ARC is not on a direct transit route)

**How to apply**:
The BC SPCA is a Registered Charity BN 11881 9036 RR0001