Alyandra Hamilton
Union,NJ
Summary
Dedicated psychology and psychiatric rehabilitation professional focused on empowering individuals with mental health challenges through recovery-oriented approaches. Skilled in building rapport and facilitating skill development, contributing to enhanced independence and community involvement. Actively collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to promote wellness and achieve peer-defined goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Leader
Playa Bowls
Millburn, NJ
01.2023 - Current
- Supervise daily operations while maintaining a supportive and team-oriented environment.
- Train and mentor team members, fostering accountability, teamwork, and professionalism.
- Manage cash handling, scheduling support, and operational procedures with attention to detail.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication and conflict-resolution skills when addressing customer concerns.
- Maintain a fast-paced, high-stress environment while modeling emotional regulation and problem-solving skills.
Intern
Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Supported individuals with mental health and co-occurring challenges through recovery-oriented and person-centered approaches, enhancing their overall well-being.
- Assisted with outreach visits and peer engagement while facilitating skill-building activities in emotional regulation, medication adherence, and independent living to promote autonomy.
- Observed and participated in psychosocial rehabilitation services, contributing to patient care under supervision of licensed professionals.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, including peer specialists and clinicians, to support peer goals.
- Apply ethical standards, confidentiality practices, and trauma-informed care principles in all interactions.
- Strengthen professional documentation, observation, and communication skills in a behavioral health setting.
Sales Associate
Party City
Springfield, NJ
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided individualized customer support to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Assisted customers with planning and decision-making to improve their shopping experience.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to facilitate customer access and support efficient inventory management.
Sales Associate
Five Below
Springfield, NJ
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Delivered consistent customer service in a high-volume environment requiring adaptability and emotional regulation.
- Supported team operations by coordinating tasks and maintaining store presentation standards.
- Developed skills in communication, responsibility, and time management through daily interactions and responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Kean University
Union, NJ05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05-2026
Skills
- Therapeutic Communication
- Active Listening
- Empathy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Rapport Building
- Psychiatric Rehabilitation Principles
- Recovery-Oriented Approaches
- Strengths-Based Approaches
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Advocacy
- Goal setting
- Team Collaboration
- Interdisciplinary Work
- Documentation practices
Accomplishments
- Vice President, West Indian Student Union - Kean University, 2024-2026
- Dean's List, Kean University, Spring 2023
- Dean's List, Kean University, Fall 2023
- Dean's List, Kean University, Fall 2024
- Employee of the Month, 12/01/24
- Employee of the Month, 08/01/25
Timeline
Intern
Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services
08.2025 - 05.2026
Shift Leader
Playa Bowls
01.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Party City
06.2021 - 01.2022
Sales Associate
Five Below
07.2020 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Kean University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Rutgers University