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Olivia Behringer

Gainesville,FL

Summary

I am a passionate and committed college student pursuing a career in substance abuse and mental health counseling, drawing on personal experience with recovery to build authentic connections with individuals seeking support. I am skilled in fostering trust, promoting resilience, and empowering sustainable change through trauma-informed care and motivational interviewing. I aim to apply my academic knowledge, hands-on volunteer experience, and dedication to advocacy in a professional setting focused on holistic recovery and community well-being.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Mildred's Big City Food & Blue Gill
01.2021 - Current
  • I facilitated discussions and provided support for new mother's in recovery by helping run Alcoholic's Anonymous meetings

Youth Worker and Volunteer

CCIF Cyprus
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Taught English to youth and assisted with improving communication skills
  • Supported youth in navigating everyday situations during international youth exchanges
  • Promoted intercultural awareness and sensitivity in diverse group settings
  • Facilitated personal and professional development workshops for youth participants
  • Managed and contributed to social media awareness campaigns to enhance program visibility

Education

Bachelor's - Family, Youth and Community Sciences

University of Florida
12.2025

Associate of Arts -

Santa Fe College
01.2023

Skills

  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Public Speaking & Group Facilitation
  • Empathy & Compassion
  • Peer Mentoring via Alcoholic's Anonymous
  • Time Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Multitasking
  • Relationship Building

Coursework

  • Abnormal Psychology
  • Social Psychology
  • Principles of Behavior Analysis
  • Program Planning & Evaluation
  • Human Services

Timeline

Youth Worker and Volunteer

CCIF Cyprus
06.2022 - 06.2023

Server

Mildred's Big City Food & Blue Gill
01.2021 - Current

Associate of Arts -

Santa Fe College

Bachelor's - Family, Youth and Community Sciences

University of Florida
Olivia Behringer