Sophia Dervi
Encino,CA
Summary
I am passionate about mental health and wellness, and am dedicated to helping others. I have the experience of supporting individuals in difficult situations while showcasing strong problem-solving skills and the ability to connect and empathize deeply with diverse populations. I excel in creating nurturing environments and fostering teamwork.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Foster Children's Resource Center
06.2020 - Current
- Assist foster children one-on-one with choosing clothing and toys
- Assemble family hygiene packs and school backpacks
- Communicate effectively with center director, fellow volunteers, children, and caregivers
- Work with team to ensure stock of clothes and school supplies
- Nurture an environment geared towards giving foster children an opportunity to make their own choices
Mental Health Techician/Support Staff Member
Athena House, Trauma and Beyond Center
07.2023 - 04.2025
- Supported clients with daily tasks
- Provided emotional support for clients experiencing distress
- Ensured safety and performed grounding techniques for clients experiencing flashbacks, panic attacks, and dissociation
- Assisted in training new staff members on procedures and practices, facilitating their smooth integration into the workplace
- Welcomed clients warmly and professionally, directed them through house rules and the intake procedure
- Nurtured an encouraging, safe environment in the house in order to ensure clients' safety, comfort and well-being during their stay in our facility
- Resolved client inquiries with patience and empathy
- Administered medications, have been trained in administering the Columbia Suicide Scale Assessment
- Have become familiar with various mental health diagnoses, such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, dissociative disorders, and eating disorders
Teacher's Assistant
California State University, Northridge
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Communicated effectively with my professor throughout the semester
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing students' work.
- Assisted with grading assignments and tests, inputting grades, and providing constructive feedback to students based on results when necessary.
- Created a powerpoint for a lecture and executed a lecture to the class along with my fellow TA.
- Worked effectively with my fellow TA to provide support for the class and professor
Sterilization Technician
Smiles By Sands Dental Office
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Sterilized dental instruments in the appropriate manner
- Disinfected dental exam rooms after procedures with extreme mindfulness towards infection control
- Greeted patients and escorted to dental rooms
- Facilitated efficient workflow in the dental lab space
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA12-2023
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CA06-2022
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organized and efficient
- Problem-solving
- Ability to empathize and connect with people
- Fluent in English and Russian, competent in American Sign Language
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
California State University, Northridge
01.2024 - 06.2024
Mental Health Techician/Support Staff Member
Athena House, Trauma and Beyond Center
07.2023 - 04.2025
Sterilization Technician
Smiles By Sands Dental Office
06.2022 - 05.2023
Volunteer
Foster Children's Resource Center
06.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Northridge
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Los Angeles Pierce College
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