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Rebecca Gonzalez

Newark

Summary

Graduating psychology senior passionate about working with children and supporting their emotional and developmental growth. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and a dedication to creating positive, supportive environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Barista

Colias Cafe
Bloomfield
07.2024 - Current

Monitored food and beverage supplies.

Maintained clean and organized dining areas.

Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours or unexpected rushes at the cafe.

Promoted teamwork among staff, creating and fostering a positive work environment.

DIR/Floortime Play Therapist

Kinder Growth Therapy
Bayonne
05.2025 - 08.2025

Applied evidence-informed DIR/Floortime principles to support children with autism spectrum disorder.

Assessed, developed, and implemented individualized treatment plans integrating clinical observations, caregiver input, and supervisor’s recommendations to target emotional regulation, communication, and social engagement.

Collaborated closely with caregiver and supervisors to ensure consistency and best approach to reach developmental milestones.

Maintained detailed clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment goals, and outcome measures consistent with professional and ethical standards.

Specialty Sales Member

Target
Kearny, NJ
01.2023 - 10.2024

Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.

Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.

Conducted comprehensive product presentations, resulting in higher customer satisfaction and increased sales.

Intern

Private Care Management
West Orange
06.2024 - 08.2024

Processed and managed insurance documentation to ensure accurate submissions.

Communicated with parents to help coordinate the enrollment of children into respite care programs and recommend neuropsychological exams.

Maintained organized filing systems to support office efficiency and operations.

Collaborated with staff to streamline client intake procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ
05.2026

Skills

    Proficient writing skills

    Able to work with Google Docs and Google Slides

    OSHA certified (10 hour certification)

    CITI:Social-Behavioral-Educational (SBE) Comprehensive Certificate

Timeline

DIR/Floortime Play Therapist

Kinder Growth Therapy
05.2025 - 08.2025

Barista

Colias Cafe
07.2024 - Current

Intern

Private Care Management
06.2024 - 08.2024

Specialty Sales Member

Target
01.2023 - 10.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Caldwell University