Samantha Sainz Ledesma
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Aspiring School Psychologist with practical experience in educational and behavioral health environments. Expertise in relationship-building, emotional support, and culturally responsive communication. Committed to creating inclusive learning spaces and advocating for underserved students to enhance mental health and academic outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Children Behavioral Health Technician
Terros Health
Phoenix, AZ
05.2025 - Current
- Build relationships: Develop positive and supportive relationships with the children, their families, and staff at both the Boys and Girls Club and Terros Health.
- Lead activities: Actively lead group prevention or therapeutic group activities within the assigned Boys and Girls Club locations.
- Provide supervision and support: Offer age-appropriate developmental and psychosocial supervision and support, including crisis management and group facilitation.
- Implement behavioral plans: Use behavioral management and modification procedures to help children achieve desired treatment outcomes, as outlined by established objectives.
Branch Administrative Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club of the Valley
Phoenix, AZ
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Provide administrative support, including answering calls, managing emails, and maintaining office supplies.
- Coordinate program registrations, track attendance, and manage participant records.
- Assist with budgeting, invoice processing, and maintaining financial records.
- Serve as primary contact for families, addressing inquiries and concerns.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and reported incidents.
- Assist in organizing community events, programs, and fundraising efforts.
- Communicate program updates and key information to families and staff.
Youth Development Specialist
Boys and Girls Club of the Valley
Phoenix, AZ
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Design and implement age-appropriate educational and recreational programs tailored to the needs and interests of youth.
- Develop and facilitate activities, games, and events that promote skill-building, leadership, and personal growth for youth.
- Created and maintained a positive and safe environment for all youth and colleagues.
Jewelry Sales Associate
Elegance Jewelers
Phoenix, AZ
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Made recommendations, selected, helped locate and obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires.
- Prepared sales slips and sales contracts.
- Developed strong customer service skills through interactions with customers.
Retail Sales Associate
TJX Companies
Phoenix, AZ
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Kept front-end organized and clean for maximum customer appeal.
- Engaged customers with courtesy, helpfulness, and respect for front-end needs.
- Maintained accurate transaction records.
Education
Bachelors of Science (B.S.) - Psychology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2025
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Commitment to learning
- Behavioral management
- Crisis intervention
Awards
- Dean's List, Arizona State University, Fall 2021 - Spring 2025
- Magna Cum Laude, 2025
- Moeur Award Recipient, Arizona State University
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Children Behavioral Health Technician
Terros Health
05.2025 - Current
Branch Administrative Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club of the Valley
09.2024 - 05.2025
Youth Development Specialist
Boys and Girls Club of the Valley
11.2023 - 09.2024
Jewelry Sales Associate
Elegance Jewelers
05.2023 - 10.2023
Retail Sales Associate
TJX Companies
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelors of Science (B.S.) - Psychology
Arizona State University