Jessica Gifford
Rio Linda,CA
Summary
Dedicated Recreation Assistant skilled at setting up spaces and preparing supplies for wide-ranging activities. Helps participants complete activities with fun, safe mindset. Always pursuing opportunities to better engage individuals in activities and improve program operations. Also Dependable Pet Sitter with many years of experience providing in-home care to dogs, cats, and other various animals. Patient and kind individual skillful in administering needed medications and observing pets for changes. In-depth knowledge of animal feeding and eating habits. I also have experience with cats,dogs, and most farm animals. Passionate about animal health and wellness. Professional in handling basic needs, care and exercise.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreational Aide
San Juan Unified
Citrus Heights, CA
03.2023 - Current
- Responded quickly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
- Monitored facility equipment and supplies to ensure proper functioning.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
Expanded Learning Program Assistant
San Juan Unified
Citrus Heights, CA
11.2022 - Current
- Ensured cleanliness of classroom areas including toys, furniture, materials.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
Pet Sitter
Myself
Rio Linda, CA
04.2016 - Current
- Enforced house rules consistently so that pets understood expectations for acceptable behaviors.
- Discussed behavioral issues with clients in order to develop strategies for resolving them effectively.
- Provided companionship to animals by playing with them or providing belly rubs.
- Delivered mail, newspapers, packages from the front porch to inside the home while caring for the pet.
- Communicated with clients regularly regarding their pet's care needs and progress.
- Checked fences daily for holes or damage that could allow an animal escape.
- Provided overnight stays at client homes during vacations or business trips to ensure continuity of care for their pets.
- Monitored pet behavior for any signs of distress or illness and reported any changes to the owner immediately.
- Cleaned up pet messes and provided fresh food and water to all assigned pets.
- Observed animals closely for any signs of injury or illness and took appropriate action if necessary.
- Provided emotional support when pets were feeling anxious due to separation from owners.
- Fed animals twice daily and refilled water dish.
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Ensured safety of pets during outdoor activities, preventing accidents or escapes.
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
- Developed strong bonds with pets, gaining their trust and ensuring a positive care experience.
Recreation Leader
Rio Linda Elverta Parks and recreation
Rio Linda, CA
11.2019 - 11.2023
- Assisted with the planning, organizing and supervision of recreation activities for children and adults.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from participants about policies, procedures or services offered through the program.
- Ensured facility rules and regulations were enforced throughout all programs and activities.
- Monitored participants during recreational activities to ensure safety guidelines were followed.
- Developed a variety of recreational activities that met the needs of different age groups.
- Identified potential risks associated with each activity and implemented necessary precautions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Twin Rivers Adult School
North Highlands, CA10-2017
Skills
- Time Management
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Behavior monitoring
- Pet Sitting
- Animal Safety
- Customer Service
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Honest and Trustworthy
- Clean Background Check
- Valid Driver's License
- Regular Availability
- Following pet care instructions
- Student and parent relations
- Multicultural Awareness
- Setting up activities
Certification
i am cpr certified and i have a certificate in animal welfare. I'm pursuing a certificate in animal assisted therapy
Affiliations
- Gardening
- caring for my animals
- writing Poetry
- volunteering on my free time
- volunteering as an event coordinator for the Rio Linda Elverta Historical society
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Recreational Aide
San Juan Unified
03.2023 - Current
Expanded Learning Program Assistant
San Juan Unified
11.2022 - Current
Recreation Leader
Rio Linda Elverta Parks and recreation
11.2019 - 11.2023
Pet Sitter
Myself
04.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Twin Rivers Adult School