Valerie Palumbo
New Milford,New Jersey
Summary
- Hard-working Licensed Massage Therapist with passion for helping people. Dedicated to providing quality therapeutic massages for overall health and wellness. Upholds moral ethics and maintains excellent client relationships.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Driver
Ken's Car Service
New Milford, NJ
05.2018 - Current
- Waited for passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots.
- Stored passenger luggage and personal items with care for safety and security.
- Arrived on time to customer appointments.
- Provided mobility to assistance to disabled passengers.
- Communicated frequently with dispatch to obtain new pickup information and share delays or other important details.
- Offered above-and-beyond service to every rider to encourage repeat business.
Professional Pet Sitter
A Click Away Pet Sitting
Wayne, NJ
05.2017 - Current
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email and text.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
Licensed Massage Therapist
The Fountain Spa
Ramsey, NJ
12.1999 - Current
- Addressed mobility limitations and generalized pain originating from muscle tightness through deep tissue massage techniques.
- Provided safe, effective and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
- Spoke with clients regarding health history, expectations, services and procedures for safety and customer satisfaction.
- Performed massages for clients using hot stone, Swedish, deep tissue, sports and pregnancy methodologies.
- Performed body scrub therapy on individuals with skin needing exfoliation or hydration using both salt and sugar scrubs and individualized oil selections.
- Used essential oils to add aromatherapy element to massage sessions, maximizing stress relief and relaxation effect.
Professional Pet Sitter
Fetch! Pet Care
Wantage, NJ, New Jersey
11.2012 - 04.2016
- Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Followed specific food and water schedules for different animal species.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email and text.
Education
Certificate in Esthetics - Licensed Skin Care Specialist
Capri Institute of Hair Design
Paramus, NJ02.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah, NJ05.2010
Certficate in Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy
Institute For Therapeutic Massage
Haskell, NJ10.1999
High School Diploma -
Lakeland Regional High School
Wanaque, NJ06.1997
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Active Listening
- Problem Solving Skills
- Organized
- Empathy
- Compassion
- Dependable
Timeline
Professional Driver
Ken's Car Service
05.2018 - Current
Professional Pet Sitter
A Click Away Pet Sitting
05.2017 - Current
Professional Pet Sitter
Fetch! Pet Care
11.2012 - 04.2016
Licensed Massage Therapist
The Fountain Spa
12.1999 - Current
Certificate in Esthetics - Licensed Skin Care Specialist
Capri Institute of Hair Design
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Certficate in Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy
Institute For Therapeutic Massage
High School Diploma -
Lakeland Regional High School
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