Wildlife Rescue Association of BC

Classification: Off Campus
Closing Date: March 31, 2023
Time Commitment: 100 hours, Flexible
Location: Greater Vancouver

URL: https://www.wildliferescue.ca

Number of Positions: 5

Overview:

The vision of Wildlife Rescue Association of British Columbia is to continually improve the welfare of urban wildlife. Our mission is to provide leadership in rehabilitating wildlife and in promoting the welfare of wild animals in the urban environment.We run a wildlife hospital and Support Centre located on a single site at the edge of Burnaby Lake. We treat over 5,000 wild birds and bats each year and provide public education through 30,000 calls to our Wildlife Helpline. Our Business Operations department plans, coordinates and oversees all our programs including development, communications, resources and volunteering.Each year, 250 volunteers participate in a range of positions both on and off site. We are currently seeking a volunteer to join the Waterfowl Rescue Program.

 

Waterfowl Rescue Volunteer

Position Description:

The Waterfowl Rescue Program is a seasonal program that operates annually from mid-March to June during the busy Canada Goose and Mallard nesting seasons. The program involves the safe capture and immediate release of waterfowl families that have become trapped on buildings, rooftop gardens, balconies, courtyards and other man-made structures by a specialized team of volunteers.This program aligns with the Support Centre mission to Prevent, Educate and Respond to Wildlife in Distress.All volunteers must be 16 years or older and provide a Criminal Record Check, proof of up-to-date tetanus vaccination and full Covid-19 vaccination.

 

Required Skills and Experience:

We are looking for:• On-call availability of 1+ days a week, from mid-March to June, multiple day and weekday availability is an asset;• Flexibility and ability to commit to long volunteer hours with short notice;• Use of your own vehicle in good condition and insurance in good standing;• Physically fit and able to lift upwards of 20lbs - Must be agile and able to move quickly to capture wild animals;• Reliable, organized and comes prepared to calls for rescue;• Ability to work in a small team setting and follow directions with special attention to safety;• Excellent verbal communication skills; and• Comfortable acting as a representative of Wildlife Rescue to members of the public.

 

Benefits and Recognition:

Recognition & BenefitsWe will discuss your specific motivations and learning objectives and keep those in mind throughout your engagement. You will have the opportunity to:• Make a difference for wildlife, particularly urban geese and ducks;• Learn a lot about local wildlife and the impact we humans have on local species;• Contribute to the development and efficient running of our organization and its seasonal rescue program;• Learn about the non-profit sector and the enormous value of volunteerism;• While we are unable to reimburse the cost for gas, volunteers do receive a tax receipt for mileage donations totalling $20 or more;• Use and build on your knowledge, skills and experience; and• Meet and work with new people.

 

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