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Benjamin Bursell

Castle Hayne,NC

Summary

Goal-oriented graduate with a fresh perspective and excellent communication skills. Successfully led peer support groups and developed impactful project presentations and activities. Recognized for adaptability and creativity when working with children to foster emotional resiliency through play therapy. Ready to tackle new challenges with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

The Healing Place
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
  • Administered drug tests to detox clients
  • Lead peer weekly peer support groups
  • Reviewed client cases in support of upcoming court dates
  • Prepare overnight rooms and provide resources for homeless clients


Intern

The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Developed class activities on a weekly basis for socio economically deprived students in the the after school program.
  • Provide resources and support for underprivilged children by creating positive and inclusive activities
  • Provide moral support and counseling for children dealing with family issues
  • Reported and documented child case statuses
  • Implemented coping strategies for children with social and emotional needs

Intern

Thriveworks Counseling And Coaching
08.2022 - 01.2023

Focused on one on one client based trauma induced theraphy


Supported children with trauma by implementing coping mechanisims and engaged in activities that would assist children to dispell anxiety in a healthy manner


Emphasised skill development


Implemented group collaboration solutions in a social setting


Partook in play therapy, allowing children to open up emotionally and help them process trauma and build rapport through age appropriate games and activities


Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
05-2025

Skills

  • Analytics
  • Recordkeeping
  • Presentations
  • Counseling
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving

Timeline

Intern

The Healing Place
08.2024 - 05.2025

Intern

The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
01.2024 - 05.2024

Intern

Thriveworks Counseling And Coaching
08.2022 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

University of North Carolina At Wilmington