Intake Window

Intake Window volunteers work our intake window, where the public brings in orphaned, ill, or injured wildlife. This position is perfect for those who want to learn more about wildlife species identification and have good customer service skills.

Our intake window is open every day from 8 AM – 6 PM. Shift times are 8 AM – 12 noon, 12 noon – 3 PM, or 3 PM – 6 PM. You must be able to commit to one shift per week for a minimum of 6 months.

Job Responsibilities:
– Intake new patients at the Intake Window during your scheduled shift
– Ensure all information is entered into the database and provide Medical Services with proper intake form for each patient

Essential Functions:
– Greet the public and ask them all required questions for the intake form
– Place animal into proper berry basket, bin, or cage depending on species and
size
– Make up medical folders for raptors, mammals, and waterfowl
– Prepare berry baskets and bins for future intakes
– Keep intake area clean and organized
– Identify different species of animals
– Assist with any other functions as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
– Timeliness and dedication to the shift you have chosen
– Ability to handle stress in a changing environment
– Ability to interact with members of the public in a professional and mature
manner
– Able to type on a computer, and have basic reading and writing skills
– Ability to learn to identify the different species that arrive