Amaia Buxton
Ozone Park
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with over 10 years of personal care experience in babysitting, elderly care, and support for individuals with special needs. CPR certified for humans and animals, with hands-on skills in healthcare support and client service. Experienced in managing operations in fast-paced environments while ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity for clients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unarmed Security Guard
F1 Lounge
Brooklyn
03.2026 - Current
- Enforced access control protocols to restrict unauthorized personnel entry.
- Guarded entrances and exits against unauthorized entry.
- Conducted regular patrols to enhance safety and security for guests and staff.
- Documented daily activities and incidents in detailed reports.
- Addressed visitor inquiries and concerns to improve overall customer experience.
Direct Support Professional
EPIC Long Island
Long Island
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Delivered daily care and support for five adult men with intellectual and physical challenges, fostering a nurturing environment.
- Assisted with bathing, cooking, cleaning, and laundry while providing emotional support to ensure a stable, welcoming home.
- Promote independence while ensuring safety and well-being.
- Collaborate with team members to create personalized care plans.
- Document daily activities, medical updates, and behavioral changes.
- Facilitated community outings and recreational activities, enhancing social engagement and quality of life for residents.
Pet Care Technician
K9 Resorts Daycare & Luxury Hotel
Garden City
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitored animal health, behavior, and wellness during boarding/daycare sessions.
- Provided enrichment and exercise routines tailored to each pet's needs.
- Prepared and served specialized diets for animals with medical or dietary restrictions.
- Documented and communicated signs of illness or distress to management for timely intervention.
- Ensured cleanliness of animal housing and common areas to promote health and safety.
- Facilitated client drop-off/pick-up, responded to inquiries, and shared facility information to enhance customer experience.
Dog Handler
D is for Doggy
New York
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed groups of dogs, promoting safety and fostering positive social interactions among pets.
- Executed opening/closing procedures and managed cash register while performing administrative tasks.
- Scheduled appointments, arranged transport, and maintained vaccine records.
- Provided basic grooming, bathing, and care between services.
- Trained and supervised new employees on safety protocols and effective animal handling techniques.
- Addressed and resolved client concerns in a professional and timely manner.
Seasonal Sales Associate
Modell's Sporting Goods
New York
11.2019 - 12.2019
- Consistently met and exceeded daily sales goals.
- Supported seasonal promotions and in-store events, contributing to increased sales and customer engagement.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, guiding customers in product selection to enhance shopping experience.
- Operated cash register, processed coupons/rewards, and organized store layout to improve efficiency.
- Managed inventory restocking and merchandising displays.
- Handled returns and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
Veterinary Assistant
Richmond Hill Veterinary Care
New York
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted veterinarians with exams, treatment, and surgical preparation.
- Safely handled and restrained animals for medical procedures, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Provided recovery monitoring and post-surgical care instructions to pet owners.
- Conducted humane euthanasia with compassion, providing support to pet owners during difficult times.
- Coordinated follow-ups, processed payments, and maintained accurate medical records to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of examination rooms and surgical areas.
Animal Caretaker
Fido's Dog Retreat
New York
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Delivered balanced nutrition and engaging activities to promote physical and mental well-being of animals.
- Monitored health and cleaned cages to prevent contamination.
- Assisted in administering medications and basic first aid for animals.
- Facilitated smooth client interactions for pick-up/drop-off and tailored care instructions to meet individual animal needs.
- Documented feeding, activity, and health observations to support ongoing care and monitoring of animal welfare.
- Sanitized equipment and maintained a clean and safe work environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Voyages South Preparatory School
Queens, NY01-2021
Skills
- Security Protocols
- Emergency Response
- Incident reporting
- Incident Documentation
- Visitor Management
- Monitoring Systems
- Safety protocols
- Time Management & Organization
- Pressure adaptability
- Situational awareness
- Team Collaboration
- Problem solving
- Client Service & Communication
- Stress tolerance
Certification
- CPR Certified - 06/01/25
- Animal CPR, 04/01/22
Timeline
Unarmed Security Guard
F1 Lounge
03.2026 - Current
Direct Support Professional
EPIC Long Island
03.2025 - 09.2025
Pet Care Technician
K9 Resorts Daycare & Luxury Hotel
04.2022 - 08.2022
Dog Handler
D is for Doggy
05.2021 - 01.2022
Seasonal Sales Associate
Modell's Sporting Goods
11.2019 - 12.2019
Veterinary Assistant
Richmond Hill Veterinary Care
06.2019 - 08.2019
Animal Caretaker
Fido's Dog Retreat
10.2018 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Voyages South Preparatory School