Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline

Grace Telegadis

Private Disabled Artist
2
Languages
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience

Compassionate and dedicated professional with hands-on experience supporting diverse, high-need populations. Expertise in crisis awareness, safety compliance, and community-based programming/support within nonprofit youth services and disabled-person populations. Seeking role in healthcare, substance rehabilitation, youth education, or disabled-persons services to leverage interpersonal skills and cultural competency to enhance client well-being and positive outcomes.

Work History

Artist Studio and Maintenance Assistant

3 Months
Private Disabled Artist | 05.2026 - Current
  • Safely transfer and reposition paralyzed client to assist with daily bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Administer scheduled oral medications and assist with specialized bowel management routines
  • Serve as the primary hands-on worker for maintenance, repair, equipment and art projects due to the artist's severe physical limitations.
  • Operate heavy machinery and equipment while following safe operating procedures.
  • Regularly use hand tools and power tools for repairs, fabrication, and maintenance tasks.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and maintenance issues and help determine practical repair solutions.
  • Conduct general residential and property maintenance, performing repairs, and pest control treatments to maintain property safety.

Behavioral Health Technician

3 Months
Cherry Hill Recovery Center | 03.2026 - 06.2026
  • Dedicated Behavioral Health Tech that prioritized patient safety, upheld facility rules, and created a therapeutic environment. Utilized verbal de-escalation and professional boundary setting to foster trust and support patient recovery. Collaborated with clinical teams to report patient behavior and enhance treatment plan effectiveness. Overnight shift.

Server Assist & Barback

6 Months
Leland Eating and Drinking House | 05.2025 - 11.2025
  • Provided exceptional service in high-volume, upscale dining environment, enhancing guest satisfaction and overall experience. Assisted bartenders by restocking inventory, preparing garnishes, and ensuring cleanliness and organization of bar area. Coordinated multi-table service with kitchen staff, ensuring timely delivery and contributing to smooth dining operations. Maintained thorough knowledge of menus and daily specials to enhance the guest experience.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing dining experience and rapport with guests.
  • Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely order taking and food delivery.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate order preparation and presentation.

Site Leader

2 Years 7 Months
Kings County Tennis League (Non-Profit) | 12.2022 - 07.2025
  • Taught tennis, life skills, and educational lessons to children in Brooklyn public housing communities. Managed both large and small groups of children while maintaining a safe and structured environment. Coordinated lesson plans, daily attendance, and on-site operations. Fostered an inclusive, supportive space for student growth and development. Organization frequently partnered with the USTA.

Server Assistant & Barback

3 Months
City Winery | 08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Assisted servers and bartenders to enhance guest experience during live events and dining service. Cleared, reset, and stocked service areas to maintain operational flow.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Cum Laude - Sociology/Criminology

University of Florida | Gainesville | 12-2025

GPA: Final G.P.A 3.76 (transferred in 2024 from Pace University in NYC)

Skills

Patient Observation & Behavioral Charting
Therapeutic & Compassionate Care
Compliance & Professionalism
Confidentiality & Ethics
Clinical & Crisis Management
Risk management
Case handling
Fast-paced adaptability
Task Prioritization & Time Management
Problem solving

Certification

  • CPR First Aid Certified (January 2026)
  • Ciné-Med Inc.: Improving Cultural Competency for Behavioral Health Professionals (January 2023)
  • Office of Children/Family Services: Mandated Reporter Training (Jan 2023)
  • SafeStaff / ServSafe Food Handler Certification (June 2021)
  • Health Communications – eTIPS On Premise Certification (June 2021)
  • USTA Safe Play Approved
  • Certified and Approved by the New York Department of Education

Languages

English
Conversational Spanish

Timeline

Artist Studio and Maintenance Assistant

Private Disabled Artist
05.2026 - CurrentRead More

Behavioral Health Technician

Cherry Hill Recovery Center
03.2026 - 06.2026Read More

Server Assist & Barback

Leland Eating and Drinking House
05.2025 - 11.2025Read More

Site Leader

Kings County Tennis League (Non-Profit)
12.2022 - 07.2025Read More

Server Assistant & Barback

City Winery
08.2022 - 11.2022Read More

University of Florida

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Cum Laude from Sociology/Criminology
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Grace Telegadis