Danae Ochoa
Petaluma,CA
Summary
Dedicated Camp Counselor with years of hands-on experience guiding and supervising campers in diverse activities. Proficient in planning age-appropriate programs and fostering a supportive environment. Experienced Pet Care Technician with skills in animal behavior assessment, medication administration, and emergency response, ensuring optimal care for all animals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet Care Technician
Best Friends Pet
Petaluma, CA
06.2025 - 11.2026
- Monitored pet health, behavior, and comfort to ensure well-being during daily care routines at Best Friends Pet.
- Administered medications and supplements according to detailed pet care directions.
- Monitored behavior of animals to detect any signs of illness or distress.
- Guided pets during walks, playgroups, and enrichment activities with calm control.
- Fed dogs and cats following owner instructions and facility care plans.
- Cleaned kennels, play areas, bedding, and bowls to maintain sanitary conditions.
- Documented feeding notes, medication updates, and behavior changes to enhance team communication and care continuity.
- Managed inventory levels of essential supplies to ensure availability and support facility operations. of supplies needed in the facility such as food, litter boxes, toys.
- Provided guidance on how best to manage behavioral issues associated with different breeds of animals.
Camp Counselor Volunteer
Old Adobe Union School District
Petaluma, CA
04.2024 - 05.2026
- Supervised camper groups during daily activities and outdoor recreation.
- Enforced camp safety rules and emergency procedures across program areas.
- Planned arts, crafts, and team games for assigned age groups.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining a safe environment.
- Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
- Communicated camper needs and concerns with fellow counselors and leadership.
- Inspected activity spaces and equipment for cleanliness and safety.
Waitress/Server
Jalisco Food Inc
Petaluma, CA
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Communicated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate order preparation and timely meal delivery to tables, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Managed multiple tables during peak hours while maintaining attention to detail and providing personalized service, contributing to a positive dining experience
- Collaborated with kitchen staff on special dietary requests or modifications, ensuring accuracy in meal preparations and accommodating customer needs
- Collaborated with kitchen staff on special dietary requests or modifications from customers ensuring accuracy in meal preparations
Waitress/Hostess
Oyama Sushi
Petaluma, CA
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Greeted and seated customers, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Took accurate food and drink orders, entering them into POS system to facilitate efficient service.
- Served food and beverages promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved complaints with professionalism.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved complaints, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure order accuracy and timely service delivery.
Animal Caretaker
Private Owned Ranch
Petaluma, CA
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Provided daily care and feeding for livestock, including cows, goats, pigs, chickens, and ducks.
- Monitored animal health by checking for injuries, infections, and illnesses, administering medications to ensure well-being.
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals, including barns, pastures, and pens.
- Maintained clean, safe living environments for animals in barns, pastures, and pens to support health and hygiene.
- Managed pasture rotation and grazing practices to enhance land quality and promote optimal animal growth.
- Maintained and repaired fences, gates, and barns to ensure the safety of animals and secure operations.
Education
General Studies
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA 08.2018 - 06.2020
Skills
- Camper supervision
- Activity planning
- Child engagement
- Safety procedures
- Child supervision
- Positive engagement
- CPR
- Animal behavior assessment
- Attention to detail
- Team communication
- Calm control
- Problem solving
- Health monitoring
- Pet health monitoring
- Medication administration
- Animal handling
Personal Information
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
Food Handler Certification
CPR Certification
Languages
English - Fluent, Spanish - Fluent
Timeline
Pet Care Technician
Best Friends Pet
06.2025 - 11.2026
Camp Counselor Volunteer
Old Adobe Union School District
04.2024 - 05.2026
Waitress/Server
Jalisco Food Inc
10.2023 - 09.2024
Waitress/Hostess
Oyama Sushi
01.2022 - 08.2022
General Studies
Santa Rosa Junior College
08.2018 - 06.2020
Animal Caretaker
Private Owned Ranch
01.2014 - 01.2017