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Wildlife Hospital Volunteer Roles

It takes a big heart and real dedication to be a volunteer at Currumbin Wildlife Hospital. Our hospital relies on a strong team of volunteers to assist our vets and veterinary nurses to care for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife.

We are looking for individuals with a positive, team-player attitude who are able to make a minimum 6-month, weekly commitment to the program. If you do not have 6-month availability, we kindly ask that you do not apply.

In addition, all volunteers must be able to meet the following criteria:

  • Aged 18 years or older with easy access to email
  • A moderate level of fitness
  • An understanding that you will be exposed to animals, dust and vegetation. These may cause health concerns for those who suffer from allergies
  • An awareness that you will be working in an environment where surgical procedures are conducted and with sick and injured animals, some of which will require euthanasia

Please note: Hospital staff are not authorised to assist volunteers with credit towards tertiary qualifications (e.g. signing off competencies etc.).

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Hospital Reception Volunteer

  • The first point of contact for our wildlife hospital
  • Answering phone calls, liaising with wildlife care/rescue groups and assisting with the admission of wildlife
  • Ensuring the reception area is well presented
  • Assisting with additional administrative duties, including scanning
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Animal Rehabilitation Volunteer

  • Setting up, cleaning and maintaining outdoor enclosures
  • Assisting with the feeding of Koalas and food preparation for other species
  • Communicating patient observations with the veterinary nurse
  • Recording data as directed by the nurse
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Wildlife Ward Volunteer

  • Cleaning and maintaining indoor enclosures
  • Communicating patient observations with the veterinary nurse
  • Recording patient weights as directed by the nurse
  • Assisting nurses in the restraint and handling of wildlife, including birds, small mammals and reptiles (once trained)
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Hospital Facility Volunteer

  • Performing laundry duties and restocking medical supplies as directed
  • Sorting public donations of goods
  • General cleaning of the facility areas
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Animal Kitchen Volunteer

  • Preparing food for hospitalised patients under the instruction of the wildlife nurse
  • Cleaning of kitchen utensils, dishes, animal transport carriers and the general kitchen area
  • Interacting with our sanctuary guests on the deck over quiet periods
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Wildlife Deck Liaison Volunteer

  • Informing guests about the animals currently being treated within the hospital, as seen from the deck
  • Educating guests about how we care for our injured wildlife and how they can help
  • Promoting the different fundraising pathways on which the hospital relies
  • Maintaining the appearance of the deck and restocking promotional materials and resources
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Pottsville Koala Rehabilitation Volunteer

  • Setting up, cleaning and maintaining outdoor enclosures
  • Assisting with the feeding of Koalas
  • Communicating patient observations with the veterinary nurse
  • Collaborating and recording data as directed by the nurse
  • Assisting with general grounds maintenance
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FAQs

What are the shift times?

Shift times vary depending on the volunteering role. View more details and apply on our volunteering pages.

What is the recruitment process?

After you apply online, your application will be screened by our volunteer recruitment team. Suitable candidates will be contacted via phone or email to further explain the role, confirm your availability and discuss the selection criteria.

If you're successful after the initial stages, we will ask you to complete three trial shifts to ensure the role is a good fit for both you and our team. Volunteers will also be required to complete 3 online Workplace Health and Safety training modules.

Note, we receive a high volume of volunteer applications, which is why there are a number of steps involved in the process to ensure you will be a strong match and enjoy your new role.

Do I need to pay any fees?

There is a registration fee for successful volunteers of $45, which will cover everything you'll need to get started.

How do I apply?

Once you've found the role you would like to volunteer in, you can submit an application form. Keep an eye on our website for current vacancies.

Jingeri – Hello

We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the greater Yugambeh language region, the Country on which Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and Hospital are situated today. We recognise their continuing connections to the land, sky, waters (waterways), and wildlife. We thank them for caring for this Country and its ecosystems.

We celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and we pay our respect to Elders past and present.

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