Animal Care Assistant | Gympie

Better Impact; Gympie Regional; On-site; Full time

Job description

Overview

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? This volunteer opportunity is perfect for animal enthusiasts. Get ready for an amazing experience that will leave you with a wagging tail!

What to Expect

Be prepared for an adventure that combines your passion for animals with hands-on experience and learning. It can be a bit messy and smelly at times, but the joy you feel is immeasurable. You may cuddle kittens, play with pups, and be immersed in a world of furry friends. Come rain or shine, summer or winter, you will 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
• Enjoy playtime and interaction with the animals in our care
• Develop valuable skills and gain insight 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 animal pens a fresh start each day by cleaning, replacing bedding and ensuring enclosures are clean and comfortable
• Maintaining a hygienic environment—because healthy animals mean happy volunteers
• Helping keep the Animal Care Campus clean, tidy and welcoming for our furry residents
• Taking our four‑legged friends for walks around the campus to provide enrichment and exercise
• Embracing your playful side by spending time with animals and facilitating positive social interactions with toys, other animals and people
• Assisting with laundry duties to ensure animals always have clean and cosy bedding

Skills and Characteristics We\'re Looking For

• Confidence working with domestic animals, or a willingness to learn in a shelter environment
• Ability to cope with increased noise levels
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and manage tasks autonomously
• Physically fit, with the ability to lift up to 10 kg and stand for extended periods
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
• Enjoy working as part of a supportive team
• Excellent communication skills with both people and animals
• A dedicated, hard-working attitude and passion for supporting the RSPCA

When Can You Join the Fun?

• We offer morning or afternoon shifts, Monday to Sunday, working with our purr-perfect Cats or paw-some Dogs
• To support consistency and make a lasting impact, we kindly ask for a minimum commitment of one four-hour shift per week
• New to volunteering? Full orientation and training will be provided, including animal interaction, training and husbandry

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

GYMPIE RSPCA ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS ON SUNDAYS FOR CATS.

Need More Info?

If you are ready to join the RSPCA Qld team, please click "Fill in an application" above. For further information, please contact us at [e-mail]