Experience

THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Community Engagement Coordinator

  • Jun 2021 - Present

  Participate in community meetings and events that incorporates human service organizations, animal welfare groups, NYPD & law enforcement agencies to generate new cases for the department.Conduct presentations and deliver speeches to social service agencies and law enforcement on the ASPCA's Community Engagement Program.Serve as the event lead at events that benefit the community, promote the ASPCA and NYPD partnership, strengthen relationships with social service partners.Act as a case lead and develop intervention plans for 8-10 cases per month that include referrals to social service agencies when needed.Visit clients' homes in all 5 boroughs and render ASPCA services. Transport domestic and exotic animals to and from veterinary clinics and clients’ homes. Participate in large scale animal removals for NYPD animal cruelty cases that require the physical removal and transport of animals. Travel from coast to coast in response to requests from law enforcement and animal welfare professionals to remove animals from crisis situations created by natural disasters, animal abuse, hoarding or neglect. Contribute to department's monthly newsletter by writing stories on special cases or relevant events.Write the Weekly NYPD newsletter with input from the Law Enforcement Liaisons. Show less

• Hospital Veterinary Assistant

  • Jul 2019 - Jun 2021

  Direct patient care including medication administration, physical therapy, assistance during procedures such as subcutaneous fluid administration, bandage/splint changes, wound treatments, etc.Safe and smooth handling and sedation of behaviorally challenged animals.Feed, walk, and socialize animals three times a day Bathe or clean pets immediately that become soiled with urine, blood or feces.Provide behavior and enrichment therapy under the supervision of behaviorists and enrichment counselors.Daily handling of large dogs and feral/semi-feral cats.Ensure that exam room and kennel areas are clean, orderly and ready for use.Attend daily cage side patient rounds.Maintain confidentiality with legal casesAttend staff meetings and training classes as scheduled.Document and communicate with LVT and Veterinarian on issues regarding the animals. Show less



GallopNYC

• United States
• Health, Wellness & Fitness
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Site Manager + Volunteer

  • Sep 2018 - Jun 2021

  Provide COVID-19 symptom checks for every person coming on site and keeping the appropriate documentation Preparation for lessons including managing equipment, tacking horses, and performing barn chores. Assist instructor during orientation sessions for training volunteers. Manage communications with riders and volunteers including incoming texts and phone calls, as well as cancellations. Ensure COVID-19 related cleaning procedures are implemented and documented. Maintain volunteer engagement by delegating tasks to free volunteers. Communicate with administrative staff to support solution of on-site issues Show less