Caregiver, Animal Wellness

CRM Hike; Watkins Glen (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to animal welfare as a Caregiver for Animal Wellness. In this essential role, you will provide daily care to residents, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social well-being. Your responsibilities will include maintaining feeding schedules, administering medications, and observing animal behaviors. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a passionate team committed to improving the lives of farmed animals. If you have a strong desire to make a difference and possess the necessary skills, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) Plan

Long-term Disability Insurance

Access to CALM Meditation App

Access to Nivati Wellness Platform

13 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 1+ years as a caregiver or 2+ years in animal care facilities.
• Keen observation skills and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain animal feeding and watering schedules.
• Perform health care tasks and document animal wellness.
• Assist with veterinarian appointments and administer medications.

Skills

Animal Behavior Observation

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Physical Stamina

Education

Experience in Animal Care

Volunteer History in Animal Advocacy

Job description

***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.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out and maintain animal feeding and watering schedules.
• Perform animal health care tasks and treatments.
• 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.
• Assist with veterinarian appointments.
• Perform proper animal handling techniques.
• Partake in wellness meetings.
• Explore innovative techniques including cooperative care, holistic care, etc.
• Support 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, crawl, and perform other strenuous physical activities.
• Must be able to regularly perform job responsibilities in a variety of weather conditions; almost all work is done in an outdoor setting that is not climate controlled.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year as a Farm Sanctuary Assistant Caregiver, Animal Wellness OR minimum two years’ experience at an animal care facility; volunteer history at animal advocacy organization(s); candidates with only one year of experience may still be considered but would start as an Assistant Caregiver, Animal Wellness.
• 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.

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.
• 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 phone interview with a member of our HR team.
• Stage 2: 1-hour video interview with our Director of Animal Care.
• Stage 3: Reference Checks.
• Stage 4: 2-3 Day On-Site Working Interview.
• Stage 5: Job Offer.

Farm Sanctuary is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees are respected, valued, and feel a sense of belonging. We work hard to provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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