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
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