ALINA SISSON
Friendship
Summary
I believe that I am an organized professional with a superior work ethic and a team player attitude. Exceptional at quality control with hard work and a positive attitude. Comfortable standing for long periods of time, and can carry heavy objects.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Caretaker
Hornell Area Humane Societyn
2025.08 - Current
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by regularly cleaning enclosures and providing proper bedding materials.
- Conducted regular health checks on animals under care, noting any changes in appearance or behavior that could indicate potential issues.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow caretakers and support staff to ensure comprehensive care for all animals within the facility.
- Handled a variety of different species safely and confidently during routine care tasks such as feeding, grooming, medication administration, and enclosure maintenance.
Student
Alfred State Veterinary Technology Program
2024.08 - Current
- I have worked kennel duties during my time at Alfred State for part of my program, during these kennel duties we walk dogs, which requires putting their harnesses on them and sometimes a muzzle if they need them. I have cleaned their kennels as well, which requires spraying down everything, scrubbing and rinsing everything in the kennel. The same thing goes for when we work the cats.
Student
Alfred State Veterinary Technology program
2024.08 - Current
- During our labs at the clinic I work with both dogs and cats. I have learned various restraints on both and got good marks on my restraint practicals. I learned bathing, how to clean ears, and how to trim nails.
Student
Alfred State Veterinary Technology program
2024.08 - Current
- I have helped organize numerous events such as dog washes and fundraisers for local animal shelters, such as Hornell Humane Society and Allegany SPCA.
Deli Clerk
Bend Cuba Giant Food Mart
2024.04 - Current
- Taking customers orders and then preparing them, such as subs, pizzas and wings. Also slicing, packaging and serving deli meats and cheeses to customers. Preparing various grab and go meals and deli salads. I also wash the slicers and dishes to help maintain the deli to look its best.
Stock Clerk
Bend Cuba Giant Food Mart
2022.07 - 2024.04
- Helping customers by bagging groceries and on occasion helping customers to their cars. Cleaning up messes and bottle machine areas and stocking the shelves to make the store look the greatest it can be.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Agriculture/ Veterinary Technology
SUNY Alfred State
2027-05
New York State Regents Diploma -
Friendship Central School
2024-06
Skills
- Communication, organization, and computer navigation skills
- Animal restraints, animal anatomy, understanding skeletal structures, muscle anatomy, and more
- Customer service, cleanliness standards, time management, and attention to detail
References
- Courtney, Wagner, cwagner@friendshipcs.org
- Kathy, Sortore, ksortore@friendshipcs.org
- Jim, Greenaker, jgreenaker@friendshipcs.org
Volunteer Experience
- Red Cross Blood Drives, 2022-08, Present, I have worked numerous blood drives that were hosted at my high school, which required me to check people into their appointments and helped in restocking when needed. Along with working at the blood drives, I have also donated blood multiple times.
- Allegany County SPCA, 2022, 2024, During high school, I volunteered at the Allegany SPCA, where I helped walk dogs, played with cats, and cleaned around various parts of the building.
Education and Training
Fear Free Certififed
Timeline
Animal Caretaker
Hornell Area Humane Societyn
2025.08 - Current
Student
Alfred State Veterinary Technology Program
2024.08 - Current
Student
Alfred State Veterinary Technology program
2024.08 - Current
Student
Alfred State Veterinary Technology program
2024.08 - Current
Deli Clerk
Bend Cuba Giant Food Mart
2024.04 - Current
Stock Clerk
Bend Cuba Giant Food Mart
2022.07 - 2024.04
Associate of Applied Science - Agriculture/ Veterinary Technology
SUNY Alfred State
New York State Regents Diploma -
Friendship Central School