Job Title: Animal Caregiver Job Status: Full Time Benefits: 90% Insurance Coverage (Medical, Vision, Dental); Vacation Job Summary Full Circle Farm Sanctuary (FCFS) is a 50 acre sanctuary located in Warm Springs Georgia that serves as a permanent safe haven for farmed animals. In addition to providing a nurturing lifetime home for over 150 animals here at our sanctuary, we also network with other sanctuaries and animal advocates in efforts to help find loving forever homes for many more animals who need our help. Likewise, through one-on-one interactions with our rescued animal resident ambassadors, along with community outreach and education, we strive to bring public perceptions of farmed animals full circle to embrace true compassion for all.
Specific responsibilities include:
Daily cleaning of barns and enclosures, and pastures when needed
Animal feeding/watering and maintaining animal feed schedules
Daily animal health care and maintaining treatment plans
Aiding with health checks
Assisting with rescues, as needed
Assisting with veterinary visits and transports
Maintaining neat and organized work and storage spaces
Ensuring tools and other items are put away at the end of the day
Completing sanctuary projects as assigned by Animal Care Manager
Specific qualifications include:
Passionate about working for and with farmed animals
Keen interest in the animal rights movement is encouraged
Reliable and dependable
Previous experience working with farmed animals
Good observation skills of animal behavior
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including cold/wet weather and hot summers
Able to lift 40 - 50 pounds and perform strenuous/manual labor
Work well with a variety of people
Strong communication and listening skills
Able to follow detailed instructions and meet time sensitive demands
Able to learn and process new information quickly
Team player and self-motivator
Committed to Full Circle Farm Sanctuary’s mission and desire to be a part of the FCFS team
Willing to work on weekend/holidays/varying shift times
Valid driver’s license and good driving record (subject to verification)
Comfortable dealing politely with the general public