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Hannah Vinson

Santa Barbara,CA

Summary

Compassionate and versatile professional with a rich background in psychology, counseling, childcare, and the arts. Expertise in delivering individualized and group support to adolescents in recovery while fostering early childhood development through attentive caregiving. Skilled in cultivating creative expression as a ceramics instructor, creating safe and engaging environments that promote growth, skill-building, and self-expression. Recognized for exceptional communication abilities, reliability, and adaptability across diverse roles in counseling, education, the arts, and customer service.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Nanny / Child Care Provider

Private Family
05.2025 - Current
  • Provide attentive care for toddler, ensuring safety and well-being while parent is in and out of the home.
  • Transport child to daycare, medical appointments, and outings.
  • Prepare and serve nutritious meals; support daily routines including bathing, naps, and bedtime.
  • Engage child in outdoor activities, play, and skill-building exercises to encourage early development.
  • Teach age-appropriate skills, language, and social interaction.
  • Maintain a clean, organized household by completing laundry, tidying, and additional tasks as requested.

Barista & Front of House

Santa Barbara Hives – Bakery & Café
12.2024 - Current
  • Operate POS system and assist customers with menu questions and orders.
  • Prepare and serve a full range of coffee and espresso drinks with speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
  • Provide attentive, friendly, and respectful customer service while ensuring guest satisfaction.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming café environment.
  • Perform inventory checks, restock supplies, and support smooth daily operations.
  • Promote and upsell café products while informing customers about available services.

Youth Treatment Counselor

Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse
08.2022 - 05.2025
  • Provide weekly DBT group and individual counseling to chemically dependent adolescents.
  • Keep in regular communication with parent/caregivers/support persons of the client (as consent is received by client).
  • Completed client intake, comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and discharge processes to ensure continuity of care throughout treatment.
  • Complete documentation accurately, professionally, and within prescribed time frames.
  • Maintain client files and progress notes properly documenting clients progress and attendance.

Studio Assistant / Summer Camp Instructor

Clay Studio (Maker House)
06.2021 - 01.2023
  • Taught beginner ceramics to children (ages 7–12) in a summer camp setting.
  • Facilitated daily child drop-off and pick-up, maintaining clear and compassionate communication with parents and guardians.
  • Developed and led engaging clay projects that encouraged artistic exploration and teamwork.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and inviting studio environment.
  • Assisted customers with clay/tool selection and managed sales.
  • Loaded/unloaded kilns with attention to firing requirements.

Server, Food Runner, and Busser

Hollister Brewing Co.
02.2022 - 09.2022
  • Provided friendly, knowledgeable service while managing multiple tables, ensuring guests felt welcomed and cared for.
  • Anticipated guest needs and responded promptly to requests, maintaining a proactive and customer-focused approach.
  • Delivered food to tables with attention to accuracy, special dietary requests, and presentation standards.
  • Maintained clear and efficient communication between kitchen and front-of-house staff to support timely service.
  • Upheld health and safety standards by following sanitation protocols, handling food responsibly, and maintaining a tidy workspace.

Art Instructor

The Knox School of Santa Barbara
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Taught hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques to K–8 students in a dynamic school setting.
  • Cultivated a supportive space for creative risk-taking, self-expression, and skill-building.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, developmental stages, and individual needs.
  • Maintained consistent communication with classroom teachers and staff to align projects with curriculum themes and student goals.
  • Transported and managed student work off-site for glazing and kiln firing, ensuring careful handling and timely completion.
  • Prepared and organized materials in advance of each class, fostering a smooth and engaging learning environment.

Cost Plus World Market
09.2020 - 02.2021
  • Directed customers toward relevant items while upselling various products.
  • Operated as cashier, chatting with customers and leaving them with a good impression.
  • Cleaned and restocked the store throughout the day, as well as after closing.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Antioch University of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
12.2024

Associate's Degree - Arts and Humanities, Social Behavioral Sciences, Alcohol and Other Drug Counseling

Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA
01.2023

Skills

  • Effective communicator
  • Calm and respectful presence
  • Consistently reliable
  • Crafting creative problem-solving strategies
  • Adaptability to changing environments
  • Evaluating situations from diverse perspectives

Timeline

Nanny / Child Care Provider

Private Family
05.2025 - Current

Barista & Front of House

Santa Barbara Hives – Bakery & Café
12.2024 - Current

Youth Treatment Counselor

Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse
08.2022 - 05.2025

Art Instructor

The Knox School of Santa Barbara
03.2022 - 06.2022

Server, Food Runner, and Busser

Hollister Brewing Co.
02.2022 - 09.2022

Studio Assistant / Summer Camp Instructor

Clay Studio (Maker House)
06.2021 - 01.2023

Cost Plus World Market
09.2020 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Antioch University of Santa Barbara

Associate's Degree - Arts and Humanities, Social Behavioral Sciences, Alcohol and Other Drug Counseling

Santa Barbara City College

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