Maggie Lorenzo
Somerville,MA
Summary
Dedicated student skilled in cultivating strong interpersonal relationships with clients, particularly in supporting individuals struggling with their mental health. Known for a compassionate approach and a proactive mindset, contributing to effective teamwork and client success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Milieu Counselor
Wild Acre
Belmont, MA
06.2024 - Current
- Organized community outings for residents which included trips to local parks or museums.
- Assessed client's mental health status through interviews, questionnaires, and other evaluation methods.
- Provided transportation services for residents who needed assistance getting from place to place safely.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary including de-escalation techniques or referrals for further medical attention.
- Provided guidance to clients in order to help them develop positive coping skills.
- Maintained accurate records of client's progress notes, incident reports, and medication administration for documentation purposes.
- Safely and accurately prepared, and administered all prescribed medications.
- Maintained accurate records of medication administration, including dosage and frequency.
Nanny
The Saunders Family
Stow, MA
01.2018 - Current
- Boosts academic success by helping with homework, projects, and test preparation
- Helps children improve interpersonal and social skills
- Transports children to extracurricular activities, play dates, and special outings with the utmost safety.
Waitress
New Horizons At Choate
Woburn, MA
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly and with a positive attitude.
- Developed positive, meaningful relationships with the residents.
- Prepared and handled food safely, kept spaces organized, and maintain proper sanitation.
- Showed patience and compassion towards residents who were suffering from physical pain and/or mental confusion.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
Intern
City Sprouts
Cambridge, MA
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with team members to create a Safe and positive learning environment for a diverse group of students. Students ranged from ages 6 to 13.
- Created content for website, social media, promotional videos, and other online platforms.
- Provided administrative support by completing tasks such as organizing and maintaining an efficient office space.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress, behavior issues, and any other concerns they might have.
- Organized age-appropriate activities to keep the kids engaged and entertained.
- Engaged students in conversations about their day while providing emotional support when needed.
- Students grew fruits and vegetables in the community garden and my team members and I conducted cooking classes.
- Demonstrated good problem-solving skills when dealing with challenging behaviors from students.
- Assisted in the development of marketing materials, such as brochures and flyers.
Student Aide
The Center School
Lancaster
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Founded and managed an after-school science club that allowed 10 students per meeting to utilize microscopes and analyze materials found on nature walks
- Maintained a safe and positive environment with 80-100 kids with a staff of 8
- Organized creative learning experiences and worked with students to improve social and emotional skills
- Improved performance of struggling students by using personalized tutoring techniques.
Classroom Aide
Mary Rowlandson Elementary School
Stow
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted students (ages 6-10) with disabilities in achieving academic, social, and behavioral goals
- Supported students with their development of language, motor skills, and cognition
- Encouraged students independence and self-advocacy in a classroom with 6 children.
Counselor
Camp Nashoba Day
Littleton
01.2021
- Fostered a positive learning environment, demonstrated positive behaviors, and modeled teamwork
- Encouraged sustainability by implementing composting and worm farms
- Educated campers and promoted interest in sustainability and basic environmental science
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
Education
B.A. in Counseling -
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA05-2025
Skills
- Friendly, patient, and people-oriented
- Enrichment activity planning
- Excellent communication skills
- Organization
- Attentive and active listener
- Working with children
- Working with seniors
- MAP Certified
Timeline
Milieu Counselor
Wild Acre
06.2024 - Current
Waitress
New Horizons At Choate
06.2023 - 08.2024
Intern
City Sprouts
02.2023 - 06.2023
Counselor
Camp Nashoba Day
01.2021
Nanny
The Saunders Family
01.2018 - Current
Student Aide
The Center School
01.2018 - 01.2020
Classroom Aide
Mary Rowlandson Elementary School
01.2018 - 01.2020
B.A. in Counseling -
Lesley University
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