Vacancies
Are you passionate about animals, and are you looking for a
job where you can make a significant difference to their
welfare?
The Auckland SPCA has a proud 123 year history of helping animals in
need
and is one of the country’s most respected charities. Without
financial
support from Government we rely totally on the community to fund our
important work.
If there are no listings shown, please remember that we're always
looking for reliable volunteers!
Canine Café Companions
Purpose:
To assist with the promotion & re-homing of SPCA dogs & fully vaccinated puppies in accordance with our re-homing procedures & policies. To take SPCA canines into public places where allowed and promote them to the public with a view to them being re-homed.
Reports to: Volunteer Coordinator
Hours: Monday to Friday between the hours of 9am and 4pm.
Minimum of one hour per day and one day per week,
for a minimum of 12 days.
Responsibilities:
- Attend Volunteer Orientation
- Attend and pass the “Canine Personal Trainer” Training.
- Take fully vaccinated dogs & puppies into the community/events to create awareness & promote them for re-homing
- Excellent public relations
- Observe all Village Health and Safety and infection control protocols
- Identify and report any new hazards – including animal’s behaviour
- Report all accidents
- Ensure Village procedures are followed with regarding to getting dogs out of modules/pens and that lock-down procedures are followed
- Ensure that dog walking protocols are followed such as the correct use of the slip rope collars, correct words of command and hand signals, use of positive reinforcement
- Ensure that no harsh methods are training are used
- Ensure that the animal’s wellbeing and safety is paramount
- Exercise and interact with animals according to prescribed methods for obedience and behavioural rehabilitation at the village
- Take animals off the SPCA property with the permission of the Animal Attendant & a manager
- Only take animals on breaks with the permission of the Animal Attendant and when the circumstances are safe and appropriate in accordance with prescribed guidelines
- Monitor and report on behavioural changes and training progress
- Maintain appropriate records for the animals as directed
- Work cooperatively with volunteer and staff team members
- Always pick up poop when walking/moving animals
Skills, Abilities and Attributes:
- Reliable and Dedicated
- Excellent people skills
- Own car and drivers license
- Affinity with dogs
- Empathy and understanding
- Friendly and positive with a “can do” attitude
- Reasonable physical strength, agility and fitness required
- Able to work within prescribed guidelines
Values:
The following values form the SPCA culture; and demonstrating these values is what it takes to be a fully contributing member of the SPCA team.
- Integrity (honesty, responsibility, trust & professionalism)
- Commitment (and resilience)
- Passion
- Compassion
- Realistic
- Be team focused and be prepared to pitch in wherever needed
Email our Volunteer Coordinator
Volunteer Job Description
Dog Adoption Assistant
 Purpose: To assist with the preparation of a dog/puppy going to a home, assist team with the rehoming of dogs & puppies in accordance with village protocols and as directed by the Animal Attendant and Volunteer Team leader/Coordinator.
Reports to: Volunteer Coordinator
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Weekends |
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10-3 (1/2 hour lunch break) weekly/fortnightly or |
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Weekdays |
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10-2 (no lunch break) 10-3 (1/2/ hour lunch break) weekly/fortnightly or |
Duties |
- *Ensure each dog is groomed & presented well
*WEEKDAY VOLUNTEERS
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- *Bath animals according to prescribed methods for grooming at the village.
*WEEKDAY VOLUNTEERS
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- Promote the animals available for adoption to visitors, endeavouring to match people with appropriate animals
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- Assist the adoption team with potential adoption meetings
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- Explain Meet Your Match cards at front of modules
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- Maintain appropriate records for the animals as directed. Especially regarding exercise , bathing and behavioural details
- Work cooperatively with volunteer and staff team members
- Hand out promotional flyers
- * Help set up puppy socialisation programme, which involves removing faeces & cleaning between puppies
* TIME & EXPERIENCE PERMITTING
- Pick up poop when walking/moving animals
- Process adoption paperwork including payments
- Reply to some email requests
- Returning dog/pup to module when interaction time is finished.
- Fetching adults and pups for adoption potential rehoming.
- *Observe Meet Your Match assessments to gain understanding of program
* WEEKDAY
- Cover dog adoption staff while they take lunch breaks
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- Other duties as may be reasonably required within your capabilities and training.
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Skills, Abilities and Attributes:
- Reliable and Hardworking
- Excellent people skills
- Affinity with animals, confident with dogs
- Able to work independently yet also be an effective team member
- Friendly and positive with a “can do” attitude
- Good physical strength, agility and fitness required
Values:
The following values form the SPCA culture; and demonstrating these values is what it takes to be a fully contributing member of the SPCA team.
- Integrity (honesty, responsibility, trust & professionalism).
- Commitment (and resilience).
- Passion.
- Compassion.
- Realistic
- Be team focused and be prepared to pitch in wherever needed.
Contact our Volunteer Coordinator
Canine Personal Trainers Wanted!
aka Dog Walkers!
Fancy taking a lovable pooch for a walk? The Auckland SPCA canine residents need some volunteer
personal trainers – and that could be you!
You will assist the welfare of our dogs by providing them with mental and physical exercise
and stimulation. It will help them to get homes and make their stay with us all the more enjoyable!
So what’s in it for you? Exercise, fresh air, training and the satisfaction of knowing
you have made a difference to a dog’s life.
Are you reasonably strong and fit? Reliable, dedicated with an affinity for dogs? Are you
keen to volunteer your time to the Auckland SPCA in Mangere?
If you answered yes to the above and have at least an hour to spare each week, Monday to Friday
between the hours of 9am and 4pm, then we want to here from you. A minimum commitment applies.
Full training will be given by a dog trainer. For an application form and volunteer
job description please contact the Volunteer coordinator on 09 2562523 or email lorien.doherty@spca.org.nz
Current Auckland SPCA Internship programmes
Become part of the Auckland SPCA canine care team & gain extensive knowledge on the care of canines. This is a great opportunity to learn about canine behaviour, nutrition, disease control & enrichment in a kennel environment. You will be provided with training, an opportunity to recieve regular feedback & to recieve formal references.
Canine Care Intern
Duration: 2-3 days per week (weekday) for 3 months starting as soon as possible
Location: Auckland SPCA, Mangere
Knowledge & Experience: Confidence with dogs, studying or working toward an animal related course
Skills & Attributes: Personable & enthusiastic, commitment to animal welfare, reliable, show initiative & work without close supervision
Structure of the Internship:
The intern will report to the Volunteer Manager. The Volunteer Manager will ensure the intern is part of the team and is exposed to a variety of learning opportunities. This is a volunteer role at the Auckland SPCA.
Contact our Volunteer Coordinator
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