In this role, you will be providing exceptional care to the animals and invaluable assistance to the shelter in the Orange community, to both two and four-legged residents.

What this volunteer role looks like

• Walking dogs and providing basic training while they are in care
• Grooming and socialising all shelter animals
• Providing enrichment and fun to our animal residents
• Sorting, washing and folding bedding
• General gardening and maintenance around the shelter grounds
• Comply with all Work Health and Safety (WHS) guidelines
• Understand and comply with RSPCA NSW policies and procedures

What we need from you

• Physical ability to lift up to 10 kilograms
• Ability to follow direction, to work within a team and work individually
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to get a little dirty
• Well organised, reliable and able to prioritise
• Passion for interacting with people and animals
• Positive attitude

RSPCA NSW is a registered COVID Safe organisation, and follows NSW Health warnings and precautions in regards to our staff, volunteers, visitors and daily practices.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the Christmas/New Year break, all expressions of interest will be responded to on or after the 4th of January 2021.

Benefits: What you’ll get out of volunteering with us

• Training from our Shelter Team
• Experience in a shelter environment and learning the day-to-day operations
• Inclusion in a friendly and vibrant team
• Rewarding work that directly brings animals comfort
• Networking with internal stakeholders
• Ongoing support for other opportunities in the organisation, if possible