Anna Souza
Nashua
Summary
Compassionate and resourceful advocate with experience in victim services. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and effective communication. Eager to leverage expertise in supporting individuals in crisis and facilitating access to vital community services.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Service Advocate
Thrive Survivor Support Center
Concord, NH
07.2025 - Current
- Delivered essential resources and compassionate support to empower survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
- Delivered crisis services for survivors by responding to hotline calls, conducting shelter screenings, and facilitating safety planning.
- Provided support for survivors through court accompaniment during domestic violence and stalking protective order hearings. Assisted individuals during hospital visits and forensic interviews at Child Advocacy Center of Merrimack County.
- Participated in the ACERT outreach team. I helped to connect children and families that had recently experienced traumatic experiences to community services and resources. We dispatch to those houses with their local police departments.
- Managed confidential documentation, ensuring timely deletion or shredding to maintain data security.
Intern Investigator
New Hampshire Public Defender
Dover, NH
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and defense strategies.
- Assisted attorneys in drafting motions and legal documents for court submissions.
- Organized case files and maintained accurate documentation for ongoing investigations.
- Collaborated with team members to gather evidence and witness statements efficiently.
Daycare Teacher
YMCA
04.2020 - 02.2024
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
- Facilitated engaging activities that promoted physical development and creativity among preschool-aged children.
- Managed classroom behavior through positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address developmental concerns effectively.
Group Leader
YMCA
Merrimack, NH
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Oversaw and facilitated enriching activities for children aged 6-12 years old.
- Oversaw student attendance and coordinated safe transportation from educational institutions.
- Ensured verification of adult identification during child pick-up procedures.
- Cultivated a secure environment for children to express themselves and foster personal growth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Forensics, Justice Studies
University of New Hampshire
NH05-2025
Skills
- Quick decision-making skills
- Victim services background
- Problem solving and communication
- Time management
- Active listener
- Emotionally supportive
- Conflict resolution
- Fluent in Portuguese and English
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Direct Service Advocate
Thrive Survivor Support Center
07.2025 - Current
Intern Investigator
New Hampshire Public Defender
01.2025 - 05.2025
Daycare Teacher
YMCA
04.2020 - 02.2024
Group Leader
YMCA
10.2019 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Forensics, Justice Studies
University of New Hampshire