LISA SMITH
Loveland
Summary
Enthusiastic worker, who demonstrates a deep connection with animals. Has worked with many different breeds of dogs and greatly enjoys there personalities.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Respite Care Provider
Caregivers Village Colorado
11.2023 - 06.2025
- Recreational activities
- Transportation services
- Patient monitoring
- Dementia care
- Meal preparation
- Family collaboration
- Provided safe environments for patients, addressing potential hazards and maintaining cleanliness in living spaces.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and wellbeing.
- Enhanced patient comfort with compassionate and attentive support during daily activities.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication while providing respite care services.
- Compassionate caregiving
- Housekeeping tasks
Job Coach
Bay Area Enterprises
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Developmental disabilities expertise
- Worked one on one with individuals to help them complete their job.
- Ensured safety for individuals and a healthy work environment.
- Autism support
- Personal care assistance
- Disability awareness
- Cultural sensitivity
- Personal care aide
- Meal planning and preparation
- Laptop and tablet operation
- Schedule maintenance
- Housekeeping
- Attention to detail
- Attentive to people
- Organizational skills
Dog Bather
Best in Show Dog Grooming
09.2019 - 11.2020
- Bathed and groomed dogs, ensuring cleanliness and comfort for each pet.
- Assisted in proper handling techniques to minimize stress during bathing procedures.
- Maintained grooming tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and hygiene standards.
- Trained new staff on bathing protocols and safety measures for effective workflow.
- Collaborated with groomers to prepare dogs for additional grooming services as needed.
Kennel Worker
South Coast Human Society Shelter
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided daily care and feeding for shelter animals, ensuring proper nutrition and hygiene.
- Maintained accurate health records for all animals, monitoring signs of illness or distress.
- Assisted in training volunteers on proper animal handling techniques and shelter protocols.
- Implemented enrichment activities to promote animal well-being and reduce stress levels.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff during wellness checks and medical treatments of animals.
- Ensured animal safety with proper handling techniques and adherence to facility guidelines.
- Improved kennel cleanliness by maintaining a strict schedule of sanitation and disinfection procedures.
- Demonstrated compassion toward all animals in our care regardless of breed or background while treating them with respect and dignity.
- Cared for physical and psychological needs of animals with regular walks and playtime.
- Promoted a safe environment for both employees and animals by consistently following established workplace safety protocols.
- Organized group play sessions to provide socialization opportunities for compatible dogs in our care.
- Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by embracing teamwork, demonstrating flexibility in daily tasks, and supporting colleagues in their responsibilities.
- Expedited emergency situations by remaining calm under pressure, quickly assessing circumstances, and taking appropriate action as needed.
Live in Elder Care
Personal
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Cared for individual with Dementia and fostered a good friendly relationship.
- Cared for individuals needs including: bathing, meals, cleaning, daily schedule and fun activity's.
- Took individual shopping and went on walks to encourage good moral.
Respite Child Care
Personal
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Kennel Worker
Man's Best Friend
10.2005 - 04.2006
- Maintained sanitary conditions for animals by cleaning living spaces and cages according to [State] health code guidelines.
- Maintained open lines of communication with pet owners through regular updates on their pets'' well-being during boarding stays.
- Increased client satisfaction by offering attentive customer service and addressing any concerns regarding their pets'' stay at the kennel.
- Reduced stress levels among boarding animals with consistent routines and calming enrichment activities.
- Enhanced animal well-being by providing daily care, including feeding, cleaning, grooming, and exercising.
- Facilitated smooth check-in/check-out processes for clients while ensuring all necessary documentation was completed accurately.
- Promoted good hygiene in animals by seeing to grooming needs.
- Provided timely medical attention for animals through regular health checks and prompt communication with veterinary staff.
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
Education
No Degree - Emergency Medical
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA01.1998
Skills
- Dog enthusiast
- Hard worker
- Loves to learn and grow
- Proven ability to care for animals well, especially dogs, 15 plus years experience working with dogs of various breeds
- Knowledgeable kennel tech, able to administer meds to animals and clean facilities
- Seasoned bather and able to handle
- Paperwork with effectively and efficiently
Timeline
Respite Care Provider
Caregivers Village Colorado
11.2023 - 06.2025
Job Coach
Bay Area Enterprises
06.2021 - 02.2022
Kennel Worker
South Coast Human Society Shelter
11.2019 - 02.2020
Dog Bather
Best in Show Dog Grooming
09.2019 - 11.2020
Live in Elder Care
Personal
08.2017 - 01.2019
Respite Child Care
Personal
08.2016 - 01.2018
Kennel Worker
Man's Best Friend
10.2005 - 04.2006
No Degree - Emergency Medical
College of The Canyons