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We are always
looking for good, qualified
volunteers for current or future openings
If you have time
and a heart to help, please print out the volunteer form below and mail it to
the address at the bottom of the page
As well as the every day need of volunteer help, specialized
talents are also needed which include:
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* GRANTWRITING |
* BIRD GROOMER |
| * FUND RAISING SPECIALIST |
* VETERINARIAN SERVICES |
| * ADMINISTRATIVE |
* GENERAL CONSTRUCTION |
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* DO YOU HAVE A SPECIAL TALENT THAT YOU CAN
CONTRIBUTE TO THE SANCTUARY? |
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VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES AT THE LILY SANCTUARY
We are always interested in hearing from bird lovers who are considering
volunteer work in this field. We do not always have an immediate
opening, but they do come up and we’d be pleased to consider prospective
volunteers who are willing to make a commitment to the Sanctuary. We
prefer people with some experience and knowledge of exotic birds,
preferably large ones. Volunteers must be over 18 years of age and
willing to commit to a 3-4 hour shift every week or every other week. At
this time all volunteer shifts are afternoons, beginning at 1:00 p.m.
The Sanctuary is located in our home in the Fountain Valley area. The
indoor area is filled with approximately 40-50 cages, outdoors we have
about 20 large aviaries for daytime use. The atmosphere is loud, crowded
and chaotic. At the same time, it is congenial and upbeat because of our
exceptional volunteers and amazing birds. We need at least three
volunteers per day for the daily routine and maintenance, and it is
extremely important that all our volunteers are cooperative, kind,
experienced or willing to learn, and willing to work together with the
people and animals in a harmonious manner. Parrots are highly
intelligent and sensitive creatures and we endeavor to maintain a
positive and playful environment for them. If we feel that a stressful
or negative situation has developed because of a particular volunteer,
we reserve the right to discharge that person.
DAILY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE: Collecting and changing water bowls in
outdoor aviaries, collecting and washing fresh food and water dishes,
wiping down cages and scraping poop from perches and cage skirts,
changing newspaper and plastic cage liners, replacing fresh water
dishes, distributing fresh seed, pellets and nuts, sweeping floors. Once
outdoor aviaries have fresh water, all birds are taken outside to
aviaries or patio stands (protected by hawk netting) for fresh air,
showers and playtime. Birds are transported by experienced Sanctuary
workers, but interested volunteers are encouraged to participate in as
much “hands-on” time as they wish once they have become familiar and
comfortable with proper parrot handling procedures.
OTHER CLEANING: On a weekly basis aviaries and patio area are power
washed, indoor cage grates are removed to an outdoor soaking tray to be
cleaned and replaced. Deep cage cleaning is needed on an ongoing basis,
and generally involves moving cages outside and removing toys, dry food
dishes, etc., and power washing/scrubbing, sanitizing. This is usually
scheduled ahead of time when we have a crew to work together on multiple
cages.
BIRD INTERACTION: Each bird has its own individual personality and some
are comfortable being handled while others are not. We have many safety
precautions built into our program and it is vital for the safety of the
people and the birds that these procedures be learned and implemented.
We presume everyone who is interested in volunteering has an
above-average interest in exotic birds, and we are delighted to offer
you the opportunity to learn about them and from them. It takes time to
build a comfort zone between new volunteers and the flock, but they are
social, playful creatures who love to interact with people. We encourage
as much interaction with the parrots as each volunteer desires.
EVENTS: We participate in several events each year, including the Pet
Expo at the O.C. Fairgrounds, Macy’s South Coast Plaza Passport event,
and numerous others. Some events allow us to raise money selling our own
items, including photos of our birds on t-shirts, mouse pads, etc. Others
donate funds to our organization for participating in promoting their
charity event. In all cases, the events always include birds, volunteers
and a lot of fun.
OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: In addition to the daily maintenance
chores, we can use help with errands, vet visits, folding and
distributing brochures, fundraising, grantwriting, sorting and
organizing our ongoing mess of supplies and paperwork, fixing, building,
making toys, cooking specialty birdie foods, etc.
If volunteering at The Lily Sanctuary sounds like something you are
seriously interested in pursuing, please fill out a Volunteer
Application form so we can get to know you better. We thank you for your
interest in the care and welfare of our wonderful parrots.
The Lily Sanctuary
Parrot
Rescue & Retreat
A NONPROFIT
ORGANIZATION
THE LILY SANCTUARY VOLUNTEER APPLICATION
Mr./Ms./Mrs.
_________________________________________________*DOB
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First & Last Name
(optional, at least 18 years)
Address:__________________________________________________________________________
City_______________________________________
Zip____________
Mailing
address:________________________________________________________________________
If different from above
Telephone ( )____________________ (
)___________________ ( )______________________
Home
Cell Work
Email
Address________________________________________________________
DL #______________
Emergency contact:
_____________________________________________
Relationship?____________
Name Tel
No
Employer:
___________________________________________________________________________
Name and tel. no.
Occupation____________________________________________________________________________
Personal
Reference:_____________________________________________________________________
Name and Tel No.
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Do you have any special education in the avian
field?________________________________________
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Have you in the past or do you regularly attend
seminars, conferences, symposiums, etc. on current
avian issues? Which ones?
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Do you currently have pet birds? Please describe
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Do you have other bird experience? Please
list types of birds and what kind of experience
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Previous volunteer or community service
?_________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Please describe other activities involving teamwork,
i.e. team sports, scouts, clubs, etc., and any
leadership positions held
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What days/hours do you have available for
volunteering_____________________________________
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Do you have any physical limitations/allergies we should
know about?_________________________
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Do you have any special skills or interests that may be
utilized in your work as a Lily Sanctuary
volunteer?_____________________________________________________________________________________
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Why do you want to volunteer at The Lily
Sanctuary________________________________________
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How did you hear about
us?_____________________________________________________________
Additional comments or questions
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Please return application to:
The Lily Sanctuary
P.O. Box 9294
Fountain Valley, CA 92728-9294
Email to
dhill@lilysanctuary.org
Or fax to: 714-531-3189
Questions: 714-442-9474
This form available online at
www.lilysanctuary.org
(All information is completely confidential) |
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