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Fiorella Polit

Pinecrest,FL

Summary

Driven by a results-focused approach, I enhanced team efficiency in my DBT Group Therapy with Smita Chaddha through dedicated support and innovative problem-solving. My time in group therapy and volunteer work at Providence House Assisted Living enhanced my interpersonal skills and adaptability, along with a proficiency in research and Spanish fluency, positioning me as a versatile candidate.

Work History

DBT Group Therapy Internship

Smita Chaddha
Remote
03.2024 - Current
  • Support staff member in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Contribute to a positive environment by actively participating in team-building activities.
  • Support patients by communicating thoroughly through emails; answering their questions, and asking for feedback to facilitate their group therapy experience.
  • Gaining valuable experience working within the group therapy industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Conduct research to find psychoeducational videos to present to the group weekly.
  • Gaining hands-on experience in increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.

Alzheimer's Home Volunteer

Providence House Assisted Living
Brighton, MA
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Assisted staff members with keeping residents on schedule and ensuring they finished their meals.
  • Represented the organization positively and professionally while providing the community with much-needed services.
  • Assisted residents in the Beachwood Memory Care floor with small tasks they might need assistance with.
  • Provided profound conversations with residents to provide relief and companionship.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Boston University
Boston, MA
08.2024

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Quick Learner
  • Interpersonal and Social Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-Solving
  • Spanish Fluency
  • Creative and Resourceful
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Research
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Research Experience

Hanger, V., Glashow, S., Maldonado, I., Polit, F., Green, Z., & Mello-Goldner, D. (2024, October). The framing effect in different languages and personalities. 

Poster presented at Fall 2024 Annual Meeting of the New England Psychological Association, Springfield College, Springfield, MA.

Timeline

DBT Group Therapy Internship

Smita Chaddha
03.2024 - Current

Alzheimer's Home Volunteer

Providence House Assisted Living
03.2024 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Boston University

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