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Felicia Avoseh

Markham,IL

Summary

Passionate and driven social work graduate with hands-on internship experience in therapeutic and educational settings. Committed to promoting well-being across diverse populations. Eager to contribute to a team that empowers individuals and strengthens communities. Bilingual in English and Yoruba with strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teaching Assistant Intern

Community Preschool and Childcare
08.2024 - 04.2025
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Supported classroom management and curriculum planning under supervision of educators.
  • Contributed to development of a nurturing environment through creative play and structured activities.
  • Partnered with staff and families to enhance children's educational and emotional development.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and enhance teaching skills.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.

Therapeutic Assistant Intern

Blue Bird Day
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Engaged children in therapeutic and educational interventions under guidance of licensed social workers and therapists.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support individualized care plans.
  • Applied active listening, empathy, and communication skills to build trust with clients and families.
  • Developed professional documentation and observational skills relevant to client progress.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, tracking improvements over time to inform future treatment strategies.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality regarding all sensitive information pertaining to patients'' medical histories, treatment plans, or personal situations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Purdue Northwest University
Hammond, IN
05-2025

Skills

  • Bilingual: English & Yoruba
  • Effective Verbal & Written Communication
  • Client Advocacy
  • Case Documentation
  • Cultural Competence
  • Team Collaboration
  • Empathy & Active Listening
  • Crisis Intervention (basic)
  • Adaptability & Flexibility
  • Motivational techniques
  • Positive attitude
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • CPR and first aid

Certification

  • Certified cpr training, community preschool and childcare - June, 2024.
  • CITI Program: Human Research – Social Behavioral Research Investigators and Key Personnel (Purdue University)

Extracurricular activities

The social work club at my school took a trip to visit the Jane Addams Hull-House Museum to explore the roots of social work and deepen understanding of community advocacy. Participated in a volunteer outreach effort, distributing care packages and essentials to homeless individuals, fostering compassion and firsthand engagement with underserved populations.

Timeline

Teaching Assistant Intern

Community Preschool and Childcare
08.2024 - 04.2025

Therapeutic Assistant Intern

Blue Bird Day
01.2024 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Purdue Northwest University

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