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Lauren Kooyenga

Chandler,AZ
Lauren Kooyenga

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Animal CaretakerAdoption Coordinator and Volunteer CoordinatorAnimal rescuerAnimal Shelter Volunteer

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkConsultingSeasonal Work

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Chandler, AZ, USChandler, AZGilbert, AZQueen Creek, AZPhoenix, AZ
Open to relocation: No

Summary

Dedicated Animal Care Professional with extensive experience in overseeing animal assistance and transport initiatives. Proven ability to build relationships with clients and partners, while demonstrating adaptability and a strong work ethic. Committed to fostering team success and enhancing animal welfare outcomes through collaboration and innovative solutions.

Overview

1
Certification
4
years of post-secondary education
12
years of professional experience

Work History

VARA

Volunteer Animal Rescuers of Arizona
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Rescued and rehabilitated abused and injured cats and dogs, facilitating their treatment and securing loving fosters for successful adoptions.
  • Executed statewide TNR initiatives to effectively decrease stray animal populations.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Kai's Place Animal Rescue
Fountain Hills, Arizona

Animal Caretaker
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Rescued numerous stray cats and dogs daily, providing immediate safety and care.
  • Facilitated animal transport to ensure timely medical care and placement.
  • Located loving foster homes when capacity was reached, ensuring continued care for animals in need.
  • Maintained accurate records of animal health and behavior observations.
  • Supported fundraising events, enhancing community awareness of animal welfare.
  • Provided socialization activities for assigned animals under supervision.
  • Screened individuals interested in adopting pets.

NAWS Animal Rescue & Shelter
Mokena, Illinois

Adoption Coordinator and Volunteer Coordinator
01.2018 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Organized and executed multiple adoption events to facilitate successful placements.
  • Interviewed prospective families and followed up on background checks.
  • Managed volunteer program logistics, including training and scheduling.
  • Progressed from volunteer to leadership role through dedicated service.

The Siwinski Family
Mokena, Illinois

Household manager and child nanny
01.2015 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Nurtured and supported daughter's growth and development from 3 weeks to 9 years old, fostering a loving and secure environment.
  • Managed household duties including cleaning, shopping, cooking, and scheduling.
  • Coordinated household tasks to maintain a functional and welcoming home environment.

Education

National Animal Care & Control Association

ACO I & II

University Overview

NACA's Basic Animal Control Officer Certification in progress

Maddie's University online

Multiple certifications from animal care and shelter organization procedures

University Overview

  • Fear-Free Certified
  • Took many online courses on a variety of subjects all relating to animal care and rescue.

Governors State University
University Park, IL

Bachelor's from Communication Disorders and Sciences
07.2008 - 06.2012

University Overview

  • President of National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA)
  • GPA: 3.8

Skills

  • Animal Care
  • Health monitoring
  • Sanitation and disease control
  • Volunteer management
  • Effective communication
  • Community engagement
  • Leadership
  • Event planning
  • Animal handling and restraint
  • Medication administration
  • Adoption coordination
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem resolution
  • Time management
  • Animal behavior analysis
  • Multitasking

Certification

  • Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card
  • CPR / First Aid certification
  • State Issued Carry License
  • Fear-Free Certified

Timeline

Volunteer Animal Rescuers of Arizona

VARA
01.2023 - Current

Animal Caretaker

Kai's Place Animal Rescue
01.2023 - Current

Adoption Coordinator and Volunteer Coordinator

NAWS Animal Rescue & Shelter
01.2018 - 01.2023

Household manager and child nanny

The Siwinski Family
01.2015 - 01.2023

Governors State University

Bachelor's from Communication Disorders and Sciences
07.2008 - 06.2012

National Animal Care & Control Association

ACO I & II
07.2026

Maddie's University online

Multiple certifications from animal care and shelter organization procedures
01.2023

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