Spencer Blacketer Carlson
Chicago
Summary
Patient Dog Walker passionate about animals and familiar with canine body language. Versed in establishing canine exercise programs and playing and tending to dogs to relieve boredom. Compassionate and reliable individual with in-depth knowledge of canine first aid and behavior.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dog Walker
Out you go
Chicago
01.2014 - Current
Community Support Specialist
Thresholds
Chicago
10.2021 - 12.2023
- I currently work as a community support specialist. I aide members in mental health services, education, addiction and ADLS as well as medication management and referring to services.
Mental Health Professional/Case Manager
Central Plaza
Chicago
01.2019 - 10.2020
Assistant Dog Groomer
Bubbles And Bows Mobile Dog Grooming
Temecula
01.2010 - 12.2013
Lead Preschool Teacher
For Your Child Preschool
Chicago
- I worked as a lead preschool teacher in the Older Infant room. I have become CPR certified, gained a food handling certificate and attended numerous trainings. I have completed six credits of Early Childhood Education courses at Harold Washington Library.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Columbia College
Chicago, IL 12.2013 - 12.2016
BFA - Documentary Photography and Environmental Science
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, ILMaster's - Art Therapy & Counseling
Adler Graduate School
Chicago, ILSkills
- Typing
- emergency response procedures
- Hospitality
- risk assessment
- Computer skills
- CPR
- Outdoor work
- First aid
- Dog handling
- Counting cash
- Gift card handling
- Client interaction via phone calls
- Cash handling
- Classroom behavior management
- Microsoft Excel
- Daycare center experience
- Animal behavioral training
- CRM software
- Preschool experience
- Microsoft Office
- safety and compliance management
- Early Childhood Education
- Computer literac
- Cash register
- Heavy lifting
- Barista Experience
- Food Handling
- Receptionist
- Time management
- Case Management
- Guest services
- Customer service
- Swimming
- Communication skills
- Clinic experience
- POS systems
- Venue customer assistance
- Medical scheduling
- Medication management
- Community outreach
Certification
- Child Development Associate Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Fire Safety Certification
- AED Certification
- CPR Certification
- CADC
- Professional Educator License
- Teaching Certification
- CPR
- CPI
- Safety Care
- PCM CERTIFIED
Languages
ASL, Intermediate
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Community Support Specialist
Thresholds
10.2021 - 12.2023
Mental Health Professional/Case Manager
Central Plaza
01.2019 - 10.2020
Dog Walker
Out you go
01.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Columbia College
12.2013 - 12.2016
Assistant Dog Groomer
Bubbles And Bows Mobile Dog Grooming
01.2010 - 12.2013
Lead Preschool Teacher
For Your Child Preschool
BFA - Documentary Photography and Environmental Science
Columbia College Chicago
Master's - Art Therapy & Counseling
Adler Graduate School