Sophie Orston
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented student with a broad range of experience, excelling in managing comprehensive cases. Proven ability to foster meaningful relationships and develop effective strategies that align with both immediate and long-term goals. Strong listening skills and adept problem-solving capabilities enable the incorporation of feedback into actionable solutions.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Counselor and Licensed Sailing Instructor
YMCA Camp Seafarer
Arapahoe, NC
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked as a dedicated employee every summer since 2022.
- Led two junior counselors, and supervised and mentored 12 children over a two-month period.
- Lived and ate with the campers to successfully cultivate a respectful, caring, and nurturing community.
- Instructed daily sailing classes independently, ensuring safety and skill development.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to navigate and resolve dangerous situations swiftly.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Tracked individual camper well-being and progress to communicate to their guardians through weekly letter writing.
- Created an environment that was safe, supportive, and conducive to learning for all campers and students.
Newman Scholar
YMCA Camp Seafarer
Arapahoe, NC
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Shadowed doctors three times a week in the camp health center, gaining hands-on experience in patient care.
- Engaged with patients to gather preliminary information before doctor consultations.
- Collaborated with doctors post-patient visits to discuss and address evident problems.
- Resolved issues and provided well-informed solutions.
- Met regularly with mentors to ensure progress toward educational goals.
- Shadowed doctors at the National Children's Hospital in Washington, D.C. under the guidance of Dr. Newman for three days.
- Accompanied residents on medical rounds and observed patient care.
- Collaborated with a panel of doctors to inquire and discuss pertinent questions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverwood International Charter School
Atlanta, GA05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FLSkills
- Group leadership
- Safety management
- Issue identification and resolution
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Documentation and reporting
- Multitasking and organization
Affiliations
- Active tennis player
- Gamma Phi Beta Sorority member
- Best Buddies volunteer
Certification
- Small Boat Sailing Certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Counselor and Licensed Sailing Instructor
YMCA Camp Seafarer
06.2024 - 08.2024
Newman Scholar
YMCA Camp Seafarer
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Small Boat Sailing Certification
High School Diploma -
Riverwood International Charter School
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Florida State University
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