Ciara Sheahen
Erie
Summary
Dedicated and hard-working professional with experience in leadership, safety, and animal care. Skilled in overseeing group activities, ensuring safety protocols, and providing compassionate care to both people and animals. As a Summer Camp Counselor, excelled in organizing engaging programs, fostering teamwork, and creating a positive environment for campers. As a Lifeguard, demonstrated strong vigilance, quick decision-making, and CPR/first aid expertise to ensure patron safety. As an Animal Care Attendant, provided attentive care, monitored animal health, and maintained clean and comfortable environments
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Animal Care Attendant
Divine Canine
12.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care for animals, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being during their stay at the facility.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and animals by adhering to established safety protocols and procedures.
- Enhanced facility cleanliness through regular maintenance of animal living spaces, reducing the risk of disease transmission.
- Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
Summer Camp Counselor
Mountain Kids
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips
Lifeguard
City and County of Broomfield
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Dedicated lifeguard to three family facilities: Paul Derda Recreation Center, The Bay Aquatic Park, and The Broomfield Community Center
- Created a safe environment for patrons by demonstrating good supervision and enforcing facility rules
- Conducted daily checks on swimming areas and equipment to maintain good condition
- Participated in excellent communication with patrons and lifeguards to maintain a safe environment in the pool facility
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Pool Manager
USA Management
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Performed regular safety inspections of pools and equipment to reduce hazards
- Identified and proposed repairs, annual maintenance and upgrade items to promote safe environment
- Planned, coordinated and promoted aquatics programs to optimize water safety
- Developed lifeguard deck rotational system to monitor pools
- Maintained a clean and well-organized facility, contributing to a positive guest experience.
Team Member
Papa John's Pizza
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
- Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate responses to inquiries, addressing concerns, and resolving issues.
Education
Biology
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FLIntegrative Physiology
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO05-2027
High School Diploma -
Holy Family High School
Broomfield, CO05.2023
Skills
- Group Supervision
- Active Participation
- Computer Proficiency
- Recreational Program Planning
- CPR Certified
- First Aid Certified
- Facility Operations
- Team Support
- Skilled Swimmer
- Customer Service
- Effective communication
- Animal handling
- Food supplement preparation
- Critical thinking
- Microsoft outlook, word, and Excel
Certification
- Lifeguarding Certification - American Red Cross.
- CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer - American Red Cross
- First Aid Certification - American Heart Association
Timeline
Animal Care Attendant
Divine Canine
12.2024 - Current
Lifeguard
City and County of Broomfield
06.2023 - 08.2023
Summer Camp Counselor
Mountain Kids
06.2022 - 08.2024
Pool Manager
USA Management
05.2022 - 06.2022
Team Member
Papa John's Pizza
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Lifeguarding Certification - American Red Cross.
- CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer - American Red Cross
- First Aid Certification - American Heart Association
Biology
Florida Atlantic University
Integrative Physiology
University of Colorado At Boulder
High School Diploma -
Holy Family High School
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