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$26/hr–$26/hr
Temporary, Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 7d ago
Apply by Oct 1
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Wildlife Rehabilitator participates in all daily animal care duties, including rescue, triage, treatment, and release of wildlife. They also maintain facility hygiene, manage volunteers, and promote the BC SPCA philosophy to the public.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least two years of post-secondary studies in biological sciences or animal health, along with two years of wildlife rehabilitation experience. A valid driver's license and the ability to perform physical labor are also required.
Full job description
We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices. Find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion by reading our Foundational Principles on our website. We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission, vision and values.
The BC SPCA is a dynamic organization with facilities and services across the province of BC. Join an expanding team in an exciting time of change in an organization that makes a difference! Please read below for additional details and let us know if you have the skills and experience we are looking for by submitting your application.
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: Wildlife Rehabilitator
STATUS: Temporary; Full-Time- until September 30th
SHIFT: Various shifts
LOCATION:Wild ARC - Victoria, BC
CLASSIFICATION: CUPE 50
WAGE: Hourly
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
About the Position:
The 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, the successful candidate will promote the BC SPCA philosophy and mandate with respect to wildlife and animal welfare. You will work in a humane, professional, and responsible manner, and encourage by teaching and example, other staff and volunteers to show the same qualities. You will 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, laboratory and x-ray diagnostics, treatment, diet planning, food preparation and feeding, euthanasia, and release
Perform duties as required including answering phone calls, interacting with the public, veterinarians, government, etc. in order to maintain centre operations
Liaise with other rehabilitation organizations and perform regular research to ensure highest standards of animal care; stay abreast of current wildlife rehabilitation practices and communicate with regional, national, and international wildlife rehabilitation associations
Ensure facility hygiene and adherence to health and safety protocols
Assist in the training and management of interns and volunteers; develop, coordinate, and conduct workshops for training
Maintain detailed records including patient-files, care instructions, and patient log book; perform data entry of files and analysis or 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 meeting, training, workshops and other projects as required
Monitor the daily operation of the centre in the absence of the Manager and/or Senior Wildlife Rehabilitator
Work shifts alone as required and perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications you need to have:
Minimum 2 years of post-secondary studies in Biological Sciences, Animal Health Care, or a relevant field, Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum 2 years’ wildlife rehabilitation or husbandry experience
Basic rehabilitation skills certification from a provincial or international body; advanced skills is preferable; knowledge of IWRC/NWRA minimum standards
Animal care experience with small to medium size wild mammals and birds including raptors, songbirds, waterfowl, seabirds, deer, raccoons, squirrels, seals
Knowledge of natural history, identification, and behaviour of BC wildlife species; familiar with provincial and federal government wildlife regulations and rehabilitation permit requirements
Capable of handling a demanding workload and long hours; work weekends, nights and statutory holidays as required
Comfortable working with potentially hazardous conditions, such as contact with parasites, zoonotic diseases, dangerous animals, and chemicals
Ability to work in all types of outdoor conditions
Requires substantial physical labour (must be able to lift 50 pounds)
Must be able to work on short notice and in emergency situations
Must be vaccinated for tetanus and be willing to have rabies vaccination
Strong teamwork skills and work ethic
Excellent communication skills including telephone and public speaking
Good physical stamina and health
Intermediate level of computer literacy
Familiar with working in a union environment
Valid Class N or 5 BC Drivers’ License and driver’s abstract
Legally entitled to work in Canada and must undergo a criminal record check
Philosophical harmony with the vision, mission and strategic directions of the BC SPCA
How to apply:
If you are interested in joining our team and are legally entitled to work in Canada, we would like to hear from you. Click on apply now or use the link to apply https://spca.bc.ca/about-us/careers/
We are committed to a transparent, human-led hiring process. While we use technology to support application management, applications are not screened, scored, or ranked by AI systems. All hiring decisions are made by human hiring managers based on skills, experience, and alignment with the organizational values.
We thank you for your interest in the BC SPCA, however; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No emails or telephone calls, please.
The BC SPCA is a Registered Charity BN 11881 9036 RR0001
The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals -
Speaking for Animals
Industry
Civic and Social Organizations
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1895
Headquarters
Vancouver, BC
LinkedIn followers
6,932
The BC SPCA was established over 125 years ago and we continue to grow stronger every year. We are a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to protecting vulnerable animals and mobilizing communities so animals and people thrive together in British Columbia. Today, we provide a wide range of services and programs to help more than 45,000 animals in distress and in need each year. The BC SPCA was created under the auspices of the provincial Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, and is the only animal welfare organization in B.C. which has the authority to enforce laws relating to animal cruelty and to prepare cases for Crown Counsel for the prosecution of individuals who inflict suffering on animals.
Offices: 1245 East 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5R 1T1, CA
pet adoptionanimal emergency rescue and medical careanimal cruelty investigationsand animal welfare advocacyAssociation
The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals -
Speaking for Animals
Industry
Civic and Social Organizations
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1895
Headquarters
Vancouver, BC
LinkedIn followers
6,932
The BC SPCA was established over 125 years ago and we continue to grow stronger every year. We are a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to protecting vulnerable animals and mobilizing communities so animals and people thrive together in British Columbia. Today, we provide a wide range of services and programs to help more than 45,000 animals in distress and in need each year. The BC SPCA was created under the auspices of the provincial Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, and is the only animal welfare organization in B.C. which has the authority to enforce laws relating to animal cruelty and to prepare cases for Crown Counsel for the prosecution of individuals who inflict suffering on animals.
Offices: 1245 East 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5R 1T1, CA
pet adoptionanimal emergency rescue and medical careanimal cruelty investigationsand animal welfare advocacyAssociation