Jonathan Haines
WELLINGTON,FL
Summary
Compassion-driven professional with a background in animal care, leadership, and communications. Committed to promoting positivity among team members and volunteers and serving the public with kindness and courtesy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Animal Care Technician
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League
West Palm Beach , FL
2021.08 - Current
- Responsible for ensuring that Animal Care Technicians I and II are following policies and procedures set forth by the organization for the care of all animals staying at the League. Practiced conflict resolution and facilitated positive communication between the Animal Care Technicians.
- Responsible for working with and training volunteers, assisting with interviewing potential staff, staff training, staff disciplinary decisions, and staff performance evaluations.
- Collaborates with staff, volunteers, and management to address behavioral needs, implement training plans, and enhance adoptability, while also managing daily enrichment activities for shelter animals.
- Controls stock, arranges purchasing of necessary items, and upholds organized storage practices to align with the expected requirements of an animal shelter.
Animal Care Technician
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League
West Palm Beach , FL
2020.08 - 2021.06
- Performs comprehensive and compassionate animal care, including feeding, cleaning, and preventive measures, while adhering to policies and protocols.
- Comfortably works with dogs and cats of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments.
- Prepares and administers medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Orchestrates and supervises dog playgroups, fostering a positive and engaging environment for canine socialization.
- Interacts with potential adopters, providing insightful information about available animals, their personalities, and specific care requirements, facilitating informed and responsible adoption decisions.
Camp Counselor
Super Star Sports Camp
2014.06 - 2018.08
- Led children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
05.2015
No Degree - Business
2015.08 - 2020.12
Skills
Professional Skills
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Animal Nutrition & Enrichment
- Animal Behavior & Training
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Technical Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Chameleon
- Shelterluv
Certification
Humane Euthanasia Certification
Florida Animal Control Association | 2021
Fear Free Shelters Certification
Fear Free Shelters | 2020
Timeline
Lead Animal Care Technician - Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League
2021.08 - Current
Animal Care Technician - Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League
2020.08 - 2021.06
Wells College - No Degree, Business
2015.08 - 2020.12
Camp Counselor - Super Star Sports Camp
2014.06 - 2018.08
Certified in Humane Euthanasia in the state of Florida
Palm Beach Central High School - High School Diploma,
Activities
Employee Appreciation Committee, Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League
Member | December 2020 - Present
- Organized, coordinated, and lead on and off-campus staff appreciation initiatives, promoting camaraderie and fun for the League's 130+ employees.
- Devised creative and captivating activities and team-building exercises aimed at increasing staff morale across all departments.
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