Volunteer Vaccinator - Cats & Kittens

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

I.	Ensures the safe, timely and effective vaccination of the animals in VOKRA’s care by:
●	Working with fosters to schedule vaccination appointments on a timely basis.  
●	Reporting vaccination details to the Vaccinations Team on a timely basis. 
●	Maintaining current vaccination supply kits. 
●	Doing a general health check of the cats at the foster’s home prior to administering the vaccine. 
●	Reporting any concerns or issues related to the vaccination situation or experience to the Vaccination Team Lead. 

II.	Ensures the ongoing safety of the cats in VOKRA’s care by:
●	Adhering to VOKRA Vaccination Protocol at all times.
●	Adhering to processes outlined in the Information and Guidelines for Vaccinators (Vaccinators’ Handbook).

III.	Provides additional support to the Vaccinations Team by: 
●	Training and mentoring vaccinator trainees as requested from time to time. 


SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Under the guidance and direction of the Vaccinations Team administrators,  works independently as well as part of a team. 

Training of new volunteers is provided in situ by experienced vaccinators. 


UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS

●	The work is performed at the homes of the fosters. 
●	Some local travel is required; the vaccinator may specify the geographic boundaries they would prefer to work within. 
●	Occasionally at risk of being bitten, scratched, or injured by cats.


HOURS OF WORK 

●	Self-paced within certain parameters; the vaccinator and the foster collaborate to find a mutually agreeable date and time. 
●	Between 2 and 4 hours per week depending on the time of year and how many vaccination visits per week the volunteer is requested to conduct.   

EQUIPMENT 

●	The vaccination kits and supplies are provided by VOKRA (pickup at VOKRA’s Operations Centre). 
●	Having access to a vehicle may be advantageous but is not a requirement.

QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience in the following is critical: 

●	Basic cat husbandry and safe handling techniques.
●	Confidence in handling kittens/cats in a variety of situations.   
●	Ability to carefully observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent.
●	Calm demeanor, not easily flustered.
●	Good organizational, time-management, and multi-tasking skills.
●	Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
●	Taking the initiative to learn as not everything can be taught during training 

Shifts Urgently Needed:

Monday

Medical 10am to 12pm
Midday volunteer 1pm – 3pm
Medical 4pm – 6pm

Tuesday

Midday 1 – 3pm
Medical 4pm – 6pm

Wednesday

Cat Care 10am – 12pm
Midday support 1pm – 3pm
Cat Care 4pm – 6pm

Thursday

Medical 10am – 12pm
Midday Support 1pm – 3pm
Cat Care 4pm – 6pm

Friday

Medical 10am – 12pm
Cat Care 4pm – 6pm

Saturday

Cat Care 10am – 12pm

Sunday

Cat Care 4pm – 6pm
Medical from 4pm – 6pm


Previous experience in the following is preferred, but not required: 

●	Medical/Veterinary background