If you are a dedicated and compassionate individual with a strong passion for animal welfare, we would love to hear from you.
Position: Animal Care Specialist
Location: Malmö, Sweden
Salary: Based on experience
Job Type: Full-time
About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Animal Care Specialist to join our team. As an Animal Care Specialist, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and wellbeing of our animal residents. This position requires extensive knowledge of animal care, handling, and behavior, as well as a strong commitment to providing the highest level of care to all animals under our care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide daily care and monitoring for all animals at our facility, including feeding, cleaning, and medicating as needed.
- Observe and report any changes in animal behavior or health to the appropriate supervisor.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for the animals, including ensuring proper sanitation and hygiene protocols are followed.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Assist with animal intake, including medical examinations, vaccinations, and behavior assessments.
- Monitor and record daily food and water intake, as well as any other necessary data for each animal.
- Participate in training and enrichment programs for animals to promote their physical and mental wellbeing.
- Collaborate with other team members to ensure that all animals receive the highest quality of care and attention.
- Assist with the adoption process, including counseling potential adopters and completing necessary paperwork.
- Communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, and visitors to provide information about our animals and organization.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in animal care or related field.
- Knowledge of animal behavior, health, and welfare.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Passion for animal welfare and dedication to providing the best care for all animals.
Join our team as an Animal Care Specialist and make a positive impact on the lives of our animal residents every day.