Bilingual (English/Spanish) customer service professional with over 5 years of experience in retail, animal welfare, and team leadership. Proven ability to foster positive relationships, lead high-performing teams, and deliver excellent service in fast-paced environments. Passionate about animal advocacy and community engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Adoption Counselor
APA- Animal Protective Association
Brentwood, MO
02.2025 - Current
Transferred locations after prior location shut down.
Conduct bilingual counseling sessions with adopters to discuss their lifestyle, preferences, and the responsibilities of pet ownership.
Educate prospective adopters about different breeds, behaviors, and care requirements in both languages.
Facilitate the adoption process, including paperwork, fees, and post-adoption support, ensuring clear communication.
Develop and implement outreach programs to promote pet adoption within diverse communities.
Collaborate with veterinarians and shelters to provide resources and information on animal care and health.
Maintain detailed records of adoption applications, medical histories, and follow-up emails to track adopter success.
Advocate for animal welfare and responsible pet ownership through bilingual education and community engagement.
Stay informed on animal behavior trends, adoption policies, and community resources to better assist clients.
Bilingual Adoption Counselor + Animal caregiver
APA- Animal Protective Association
Olivette, MO
07.2024 - Current
Conduct bilingual counseling sessions with adopters to discuss their lifestyle, preferences, and the responsibilities of pet ownership.
Educate prospective adopters about different breeds, behaviors, and care requirements in both languages.
Facilitate the adoption process, including paperwork, fees, and post-adoption support, ensuring clear communication.
Develop and implement outreach programs to promote pet adoption within diverse communities.
Collaborate with veterinarians and shelters to provide resources and information on animal care and health.
Maintain detailed records of adoption applications, medical histories, and follow-up emails to track adopter success.
Advocate for animal welfare and responsible pet ownership through bilingual education and community engagement.
Stay informed on animal behavior trends, adoption policies, and community resources to better assist clients.
Seasonal keyholder
Bath & Bodyworks
08.2023 - 01.2024
Promoted various offers and deals associated with the company.
Developed professional relationships with customers and maintained a positive relationship with customers.
Maintained promotional advertisements and work space daily by merchandising, organizing products, and following company wide directives.
Manage and support team education in product knowledge and day to day business. Communicate sales expectations and business opportunities with other higher ups.
Planning and executing high volume brand events.
Managing Personal and Business Sales Goals
Oversaw personal and business sales goals daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly. Continued to build clientele and business.
Greet customers in a timely, professional, and engaging manner. Provide honest and confident feedback to customers concerning products.
Sales Lead
Missouri Botanical Gardens
06.2022 - 08.2023
Promoted various offers and deals associated with the brand.
Developed professional relationships with regular customers, and associates.
Maintained promotional advertisements and work space daily by merchandising, organizing products, and following company wide directives.
Manage and support team education in product knowledge and day to day business.
Greet customers in a timely, professional, and engaging manner. Provide honest and confident feedback to customers concerning products.
Assisted in changing floor plans.
Sales Associate
Bath & Bodyworks
01.2021 - 03.2022
Promoted various offers and deals associated with the brand.
Developed professional relationships with regular customers, and associates.
Maintained promotional advertisements and work space daily by merchandising, organizing products, and following company wide directives.
Manage and support team education in product knowledge and day to day business.
Greet customers in a timely, professional, and engaging manner. Provide honest and confident feedback to customers concerning products.
Seasonal Associate
Bath & Bodyworks
10.2020 - 01.2021
Maintained strong brand product knowledge and service to better assist customers with concerns, questions, and general education.
Develop lasting relationships with regulars.
Answer telephones, direct calls, and take messages.
Informed customers about sales and promotions in a friendly engaging manner.
Assisted customers in finding items that best suited their personal needs.
Operate POS cash registers and handle 100+ transactions on average daily.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bishop DuBourg
St Louis, MO
05-2019
Skills
Bilingual communication
Adoption facilitation
Animal behavior assessment
Record keeping
Customer relationship management
Pet care education
Sales and marketing
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Conflict resolution
Team collaboration
Multicultural sensitivity
Multitasking Abilities
Relationship building
Adaptability
References
Nathaly Martinez, Medical receptionist, (314) 484-6543
Sarah Medrano, Licensed Nurse, (314) 477-8462
Awards
Urban League of Metropolitan of St. Louis scholarship, 05/01/18
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Model of Justice Award, 12/01/18
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
I have received a multitude of awards from my supervisors and staff members alike applauding my hardworking and upbeat personality.