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Volunteers are the heart of the Marinelife Center! Make a difference and join the volunteer team!
Volunteer Benefits: - Knowing that you are taking an active role in ocean conservation and sea turtle rehabilitation - A discount in the marine-themed gift shop - Make new friends - Discounts at numerous LMC events and lectures - Community Service Hours - Participation in educational field trips - Parties - Surprises!
*No experience is necessary. Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age. Volunteers must work a minimum of 3.5 hours per week.
Current Volunteer Opportunities Include:
1) Patient Interpreter (aka "turtle talker" or docent) work outside to educate the public about our patients, sea turtles in general, their predators and what procedures are being done in the hospital.
2) Exhibit Interpreter - work inside the exhibit hall teaching visitors about general sea turtle knowledge, our local marine ecosystems as depicted in our four salt water tanks, LMC history, our ongoing research and programs.
3) Greeter -this is that ever important first impression/front desk position that will greet all of our visitors in a friendly manner. Enthusiastic and outgoing personality requested.
4) Gift Shop Sales Associate - strong computer/cash register skills; will train.
5) Gift Shop Sales Assistant/Merchandiser/Stock - this versatile, flexible position includes working on the store floor to assist the shoppers with questions and locating merchandise; assisting the sales associates with bagging and wrapping of merchandise. Must be able to lift 35 lbs., be organized and climb ladders/footstools.
6)Sea Turtle Rehab -(Must be able to lift 40lbs, get wet, dirty, stinky and sweaty) Start out by learning how to clean the tanks and the outdoor hospital. Then progress to food prep, how to read feeding charts, feeding, weighing, measuring and releasing. This position requires a minimum six month commitment and hard work.
7) Program Docents - these docents will work primarity with school groups doing tours and classes. Shifts available - Thursday and Saturday; starts in September.
Join the Team Today
Call 561.627.8280 Ext. 116 or email: Caela@marinelife.org
Loggerhead Marinelife Center of Juno Beach 14200 US Hwy. One Juno Beach FL 33408 561-627-8280 fax 561-627-8305 Email us now |