Shontaya Emerson
Bluewater,QLD
Summary
Organised and dependable worker who has experience in aiding people with disabilities and the services NDIS offers them. Knowledgeable about a range of disabilities both visible and nonvisible as well as personal experience, equips me with the passion to help everyone to reach their full potential.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Billabong Sanctuary
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs. Such as presentations and wildlife handling experiences for customers.
- Maintained clean enclosures for wildlife and aided in providing food, water and enrichment.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping rangers and customers.
- Able to follow instructions from rangers and follow a scheduled plan for day.
- Handled a variety of animals, including mammals, reptiles and birds.
Animal Caretaker
12.2019 - Current
- Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
- Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviours and eliminating safety hazards.
- Provided enrichment activities to improve physical and psychological well-being of pets and prevent boredom.
- Communicated with the owners - providing regular updates and ensuring the right care for their pets was given.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Zoology And Ecology
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD01.2027
High School Certificate -
Annandale Christian School - Townsville
Annandale, QLD11.2022
Skills
- Basic Animal Health Understanding
- Ability to communicate to clients and provide efficient care for their pets
- Feeding and watering of animals (including: pigs, fowl, horses, cats and dogs)
- Enrichment (walks, toys, training etc)
Timeline
Volunteer
Billabong Sanctuary
05.2023 - Current
Animal Caretaker
12.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Zoology And Ecology
James Cook University
High School Certificate -
Annandale Christian School - Townsville
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