Tyla Hux, CHW,CTTS

Experience

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  Texas A&M University Veterinary Teaching Hospital

  Sept 2017 - May 2018

  Student Animal Caretaker

  Responsible for cleaning and disinfecting cages that house patients and correctly disinfecting quarentine areas.

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  LAAR Small Animal Lab

  Sept 2018 - May 2023

  Student Animal Cartaker

  Responsible for the care of mouses. This requires feeding, watering, and general health checks for 100+ cages in one room. Also, responsible for handling mortalities found in cages. Chemicals are also made according to the predetermined dilution.

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  Houston Humane Society

  May 2021 - Sept 2023

  Community Outreach Coordinator

  Community Outreach Coordinator Jan 2023 - Present Develop, plan, and implement various outreach programs for adults and childrenProvide administrative support for programming Maintain strong relationships with program participants and community membersCommunity Outreach Associate May 2022 - Jan 2023 Recruitment of program volunteers and participants Assist with Camp Pawsome administration and implementation Maintain strong relationships with program participants and community members Training and supervision of camp volunteers during camp sessions Humane Education Intern Jan 2022 - May 2022 Provided and maintained a lively and engaging learning environment Implemented and led camp activitiesResponsible for overall supervision and daily camp activities for 30 6-13 aged campers for 12 weeks Show less

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  Harris County Public Health

  Aug 2023 - now

  Tobacco Cessation Specialist

  Provides evidence-based tobacco/vaping cessation education to individuals and groups within Harris County.Assists in the development and creation of tobacco/vaping cessation and prevention curriculum, training, and presentations to meet the needs of the target populations.Plans and performs outreach activities to increase the program’s engagement and participation.Develops and maintains relationships with community partners around Harris County.Keeps abreast of current research, approaches, theories, and practices related to tobacco/vaping. Show less