Animal Caregiver
Location
Keithville, Louisiana, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
0-1 years
Compensation
Compensation not disclosed
Posted
18h ago
Summary and responsibilities
Role overview
Summary
The Animal Caregiver at Chimp Haven is responsible for providing direct care to chimpanzees, maintaining their housing areas, and ensuring their well-being. This role involves preparing food, cleaning enclosures, observing behavior, and assisting with training and medical procedures under general supervision.
Primary Function
Provide care for the chimpanzees and their housing areas and improve well-being and prevent disease by close observation of chimpanzee behavior and careful cleaning procedures. Most duties performed under general supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare and provide food to the chimpanzees
Clean and sanitize chimpanzee housing areas, equipment, and other related areas or materials. May use cleaning equipment.
Remove and replace bedding.
Observe chimpanzee behavior and appearance. Report unusual behavior or injuries.
Transport food, bedding, or supplies from storage areas to animal areas.
Shift training of chimpanzees
Perform group moves of chimpanzees.
Separate chimpanzees for sedations or introductions.
Positive Reinforcement training with assigned chimpanzees for medical behaviors
Create and implement feeding and/or shifting plans as needed to maintain health and welfare of chimpanzees
Maintain Identification book of chimpanzees including photos and physical and behavioral descriptors of each chimpanzee.
May train veterinary and behavior personnel to assist in shifting, cleaning, and feeding procedures.
Maintain records of health, behavior, cleaning, etc.
Provide enrichment and training to chimpanzees as directed.
May administer medications and treatment under supervision.
Maintain stock of feed, bedding, and cleaning supplies.
May assist in planning and implementing special projects, including educational programs.
May assist behavioral or veterinary staff as directed.
May train new animal care staff and interns.
Perform related duties as required.
Supervision and Responsibility
Works under general supervision of Colony Director, Supervisor, or senior animal care staff.
Does not normally supervise anyone but may serve as group leader.
May train new employees, interns, and volunteers.
Project Leader – oversee and direct others in maintaining specific project area (locks, tools, signs, etc.)
May be asked to train new animal care staff in organizational procedures, such as safety training and lock-checking.
Knowledgeable about variety of field’s concepts, practices, and procedures.
Relies on pre-established guidelines and experience to plan and accomplish goals.
Exercises judgment to make recommendations for improvement.
Working Conditions
This work will require bending, carrying, kneeling, lifting, listening, pulling, pushing, reading, speaking, squatting, standing, stooping, stretching, walking, watching, and writing.
Must be steady on feet due to risk of working with unpredictable, dangerous and strong animals.
Must be able to routinely lift and carry 50lbs for short distances.
Must be able to assist in lifting chimpanzees (up to 75lbs).
Duties may require driving Chimp Haven vehicles. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet Chimp Haven’s motor vehicle operating standards.
Work may involve considerable outdoor work in various weather conditions.
Potential exists for animal bites and scratches.
Potential exposure to unpleasant odors, animal wastes, animal tissues and body fluids, toxic chemicals, zoonotic diseases (tuberculosis, shigella, etc.) infectious agents (Hepatitis B, C, HIV, etc.)
Participation in a medical monitoring and surveillance program that includes hepatitis B and other inoculations is required.
Weekend, holiday, and night work may be necessary.
Safety training, equipment, clothing, and supplies will be provided.
Education and Experience Required
High School diploma or GED required.
Must be able to read and follow written and verbal instructions and write legibly and accurately.
No prior animal experience required, but must have aptitude for the care and well-being of animals.
Updated 12h ago
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Experience
0-1 years
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Permanent
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Company
Chimp Haven
Team size
Growing team
Location
Keithville, Louisiana, United States
At Chimp Haven, we believe humans and chimpanzees share personalities, emotions, and relationships. Our mission is to connect chimpanzees, many retired from biomedical research, to happy, healthy lives by providing and promoting personalized care. Located on 200 forested acres in northwest Louisiana, Chimp Haven serves as The National Chimpanzee Sanctuary, caring for over 200 chimpanzees retired from research, entertainment, or as pets. We are committed to excellent care, a well-designed facility, experienced staff, and high operational standards.
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Animal Caregiver
Keithville, Louisiana, United States • Full Time