Silvia De La Rosa *** Sunnyslope Ave. San Jose, CA 95127
408-***-**** acwyh9@r.postjobfree.com
Animal Care
A reliable Kennel Attendant, seeking a position for growth while utilizing my experience and knowledge in an Animal Care facility. Able to remain clearheaded in the face of emotionally demanding jobs, while efficiently able to manage and soothe difficult animals. With six years experience in animal care, and over twenty-five years experience in housekeeping.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma – Escuela Popular – San Jose, CA- April 2013- Present
High School Completion – General Education – Guadalajara, Jalisco, MEX- 1980
SKILLS:
Care for animals with special medical needs
. Cleaning kennels
Knowledge in animal safety
Experience in Housekeeping
Efficient in multi-tasking
Knowledge in training techniques
Worked with animals that have behavior issues.
Bilingual Spanish/ English
Prepared animals for adoption
Dispensed medication for animals when needed
Preparing animals for operations
Restraining animals
Knowledge in sanitation.
Fostering experience
WORK EXPERIENCE
Animal Care Attendant San Jose Animal Shelter June 2012- March 2015
Cared for animals with special medical needs and conditions.
Promoted skin and coat health through regular grooming.
Prioritized animal safety and comfort at all times while working with animal with known behavior problems.
Identified and reported signs of illness in dogs and cats.
Fed and watered animals on a daily basis.
Maintained a clean kettle environment.
Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with their animals through regular contact.
Kennel Supervisor VCA Crocker Animal Hospital June 2006- June 2012
Preparing the animals for operations and caring for them post-operation.
Walking and feeding animals with efficiency.
Translating for clients.
Cleaning and preparing kennels for new animals.
Developed humane training solutions to address animal behavior problems.
Cared for animals with special medical needs.
Housekeeping Self Employed/ Silvia’s Housekeeping January 1986 - Present
Cleans, dusts, and sanitizes homes to the specifications of the client.
Changes linen, and does laundry as needed.
Collects payments and gives estimates to customers.