David McCarthy

Though my career experience is limited to the dog grooming industry, I am seeking new opportunities in community work as I want to dedicate my time to work that benefits my community. I would like the chance to connect with people, help out where I can and hopefully make a difference. I'm eager to learn and a dedicated worker. If given the opportunity, I believe I can prove myself to be a valuable addition to your team.

Dog Bather at ACK Grooming Salon (2014 – 2020)

• Applied for entry level bathing position at 16 and received basic training
• Developed bathing skills and saved up to get certified
• Developed basic employment skills such as punctuality, communication, diligence and creative problem-solving
• Learned to manage time, high stress environments and learned to work as a team

Dog Groomer at ACK Grooming Salon (2020 -2021 2024– Present)

• Once certified, I began grooming and adopted more responsibilities
• Developed my personal grooming style, honed my craft and earned a reputation for high-detail breeds (e.g. Standard poodles)
• Adopted more responsibilities such as opening, closing the shop as well as managing the shop when my boss was away

Dog Groomer at Woof Gang Bakery and Salon (2021 – 2022)

• Similar skills and responsibilities as before but working with a much larger team
• Improved team working skills as well as more face-to-face interaction with clients
• Improved customer service. Learned to accommodate frustrated/upset customers through patience, accountability and compromise

Dog Groomer at Pet Spa Inc (2022 – 2023)

• Developed close relationships with clients. Set up appointments and schedules
• Held meetings with each client to discuss their needs as well as instructing them on any health/ behavioral issues and how we can go about improving them in the future

Volunteer at Project Soup Food Pantry (2022 – 2023)

Volunteered once a week and some weekends. Learned to work with clients. I practiced patience, understanding and respect. I learned how important it is to greet every client with the utmost dignity and empathy.

To listen to each individual and figure out the best way to fulfill their needs. Practiced conflict resolution through patience and kindness. Sometimes people would take too much or become confrontational with other clients or volunteers.

I figured out the best way to de-escalate was to come in with a smile and some levity, let them know we're here to help and maybe give out an extra serving to keep things running smoothly. People from diverse backgrounds would come and sometimes might be going through a really hard time. They probably have reasons to be upset or frustrated.

To let them know you're on their side can make the world of difference.

• Helped to stock shelves, distribute food, clean and take deliveries

Volunteer at Project Soup Food Pantry and Unitarian Universalist church (2023 – Present)

Volunteering at Project Soup 3-4 days a week and at the Unitarian Universalist church in Medford where they operate a food pantry once a week.

High school diploma – Mercy Mounthawk Secondary School (2011 – 2016)

Grooming certificate – Nash Academy (2020 – 2020)

Canine First Aid Certificate – Nash Academy (2020 – 2020)