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Madison Schmidt

Lynchburg,VA

Summary

Enthusiastic and compassionate Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate student seeking a practicum and internship opportunity to apply counseling techniques, build therapeutic relationships, and further develop clinical skills. Dedicated to providing empathetic support to diverse client populations and committed to professional growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Associate

Rivermont Schools
08.2024 - Current
  • Assist students with academic tasks, social interactions, adaptation, daily living skills, and emotional regulation.
  • Observe and document student behavior; collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to adjust support strategies
  • Apply positive behavior interventions and ABA techniques to encourage student success.
  • Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
  • Work closely with educators, therapists, BCBAs, and parents to provide individualized support.
  • Utilize the Mandt System for de-escalation and crisis intervention when necessary.
  • Enhanced children''s social skills by facilitating group activities and promoting positive interactions.

Salad Bar Attendant

Crisp
05.2023 - 06.2024
  • Ensured freshness of offerings by regularly monitoring and replacing ingredients as necessary.
  • Helped maintain a safe dining environment by adhering to proper food handling guidelines and protocols.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and well-stocked salad bar throughout the day.
  • Increased customer loyalty with friendly service and attentiveness to dietary restrictions or preferences.
  • Prepared and maintained buffet items in compliance with safety standards.
  • Replenished food and fulfilled customer orders with attention to quality and service.

Psychology Intern

Big Brothers Big Sisters CVA
05.2023 - 08.2023

- Facilitated mentor-mentee matches, fostering impactful community relationships.
- Participated in candidate interviews and contributed to effective mentor pairings.
- Supported community engagement by attending organizational events.
- Handled administrative tasks to ensure smooth communication and documentation.

Office Assistant

Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Supported day-to-day operations through clerical assistance and client resource preparation.
  • Assisted with donation sorting and distribution efforts.
  • Tabbed Bibles and magazines for Peer Counselors to provide to clients.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Children's Ministry Volunteer

LiveIt Ministries
09.2021 - 11.2022

- Taught faith-based lessons and supervised developmental activities for children ages 6–15.
- Promoted emotional growth and positive behavior through mentoring and leadership activities.
- Supported children's emotional, social, and spiritual development in a group and individual setting.

· Offered individual attention for children dealing with learning, emotional or home problems.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
12-2026

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2023

Skills

  • Active Listening and Empathy
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Positive Behavioral Intervention Strategies
  • Youth Mentoring and Support
  • Verbal De-Escalation Techniques
  • Classroom Management and Group Facilitation
  • Documentation (DAP, BIRP, SOAP)
  • Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency

Certification

  • MANDT Training - August 2024-Present

Timeline

Mental Health Associate

Rivermont Schools
08.2024 - Current

Salad Bar Attendant

Crisp
05.2023 - 06.2024

Psychology Intern

Big Brothers Big Sisters CVA
05.2023 - 08.2023

Office Assistant

Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center
01.2023 - 05.2023

Children's Ministry Volunteer

LiveIt Ministries
09.2021 - 11.2022

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

Liberty University
Madison Schmidt