Facility
The Oasis Sanctuary Foundation, LTD
Closing Date
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Description
The Oasis Sanctuary is a life-care facility for captive, exotic birds, particularly Parrots, Cockatoos, Macaws and other Psittacines, although we do accept other captive avian species. As a true sanctuary, we do not sell, breed or offer birds for adoption. Some of our birds are physically handicapped or challenged and require unique living or feeding situations. Others have been passed from home to home, often being physically and/or emotionally abused, and have become fearful or aggressive. We offer these birds a stable and loving home for the duration of their natural lives. With 825 birds in our care we are seeking dedicated individual(s) to provide daily care. The Oasis Sanctuary is proud to be accredited by both American Sanctuary Association (ASA) and the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS).
Responsibilities:
Our Animal Caregivers must have a genuine interest in birds and their well being. Caregiver’s responsibilities include the daily feeding of all animals, which includes cleaning of food bowls and areas; daily cleaning and maintenance of all cages and enclosures; monitoring of the health of all animals; general support of the daily operations in the bird areas which would include tasks such as enrichment, maintaining grounds, and special projects as needed. Animal Caregivers will also be trained to prepare diets and administer medications.
Education and Pre-requisites
Bachelor’s degree in Biology or other related fields is preferred. Bird care and handling experience is a plus. Candidates must be able to perform regular, strenuous duties in all desert weather conditions with summer temperatures reaching above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Candidates must have the ability to lift and carry 50 pounds; regularly bend, reach and kneel; work in our outdoor and indoor dusty environments-allergens are heavy; handle high levels of noise; work in an environment with daily changes in climate. You will also be exposed to animal waste and potentially aggressive parrots. Mechanical or maintenance skills or vet-tech experience would be beneficial. The work is physical, dirty and often unglamorous, but can be highly rewarding. It offers the personal satisfaction of helping to provide a stable environment for birds to peacefully live out the remainder of their lives.
Position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week-scheduled 5 days on, 2 consecutive days off. Candidate must be willing to work weekends and holidays. We are seeking an individual that is extremely dependable and willing to dedicate their time and energy to the needs of the birds.
The sanctuary is located on 72 acres in a rural area of southeastern Arizona. The closest retail services are located 25 miles south in the city of Benson. Due to our location candidates must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle capable of handling county maintained dirt roads. Candidates must be willing to live on site. We are in search of two candidates who are either a couple, current roommates, or willing to share provided housing (see compensation for more details).
Interested applicants will be required to travel to the sanctuary and volunteer a minimum of 4 days as part of the application process. Volunteer housing is provided during this time. You would need to cover expenses for travel and food.
Compensation and benefits
Modest hourly salary starting at $10.00/hour. A performance increase is considered at 6 months of service.
Medical plan offered after 90 days of service
On-site housing is provided- Mobile home unit with two bedrooms and two bathrooms at opposite ends of the unit, a shared open living room and kitchen area, and a fenced in yard. Suitable for two people.
Essential utilities are paid for by The Oasis. Non-essential utilities must be covered by employee.
Application instructions
For further information or to request an application contact:
Janet Trumbule
Executive Director of Administration
520-212-4737 or jetrumbule@the-oasis.org.
Visit our web-site at www.the-oasis.org to learn about the important work we do.