Yahira Guevara
Toms River
Summary
Bilingual psychology student with leadership experience as a shift manager and research internships in child protection and suicide prevention. Expertise in staff training, operational workflow improvement, and managing confidential records, complemented by strong communication and adaptability skills aimed at enhancing client outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Manager
KHD Enterprises
Long Branch
07.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and staff schedules to ensure efficient workflow.
- Trained and mentored new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Coordinated inventory management and restocking of supplies as needed.
Student Intern
Department of Child Protection and Permanency
Piscataway
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted caseworkers in evaluating and documenting safety and well-being of children in protective custody, ensuring adherence to state and federal regulations.
- Supported investigations into reports of child abuse and neglect, conducting supervised interviews with children, families, and relevant parties to gather critical information.
- Managed confidential client records by gathering, organizing, and maintaining documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely updates for case management.
Research Intern
Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide
Freehold Township
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative research supporting initiatives to prevent teen suicide and enhance mental health resources.
- Designed and implemented surveys and focus groups, collecting data from teens, families, and educators to identify mental health challenges faced by adolescents.
- Conducted literature reviews on suicide prevention strategies for youth.
- Collaborated with team members to develop educational resources for teens.
- Assisted in organizing community outreach events focused on mental health awareness.
Babysitting Assistant
Above the Clouds Daycare
Long Branch
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained detailed records of daily activities and meals to support compliance with health and safety standards.
- Exhibited patience and empathy in daily interactions, fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all children.
- Assisted teachers in implementing daily lesson plans and activities.
- Organized classroom materials to support educational activities for children.
- Supervised children during playtime to ensure safety and engagement.
Crew Person
KHD Enterprises
Long Branch
05.2019 - 07.2022
- Streamlined food preparation processes, enhancing service speed and boosting customer satisfaction.
- Upheld cleanliness standards, ensuring health regulation compliance and a safe dining environment.
- Optimized employee scheduling, improving shift coverage and operational workflow.
- Fostered team communication to ensure smooth shift transitions, enhancing staff cohesion and service quality.
- Maintained inventory accuracy by implementing regular audits, preventing stock discrepancies and ensuring product availability.
- Guided new employees through training programs, promoting a supportive learning environment and accelerating onboarding success.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
Monmouth University
West Long Branch05-2026
High School Diploma -
Long Branch High School
Long Branch01-2022
Skills
- Conflict Management
- Customer Advocacy
- Service Excellence
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
Languages
- English, Native
- Spanish, Native
Research
Senior Thesis, 01/01/26 - 05/31/26, Monmouth University
Conducted a senior thesis study supervised by Dr. Megan Delaney, Conducted data collection of 80 undergraduate participants,
Thesis was on Imposter Syndrome and Sense of Belonging and the overall association between the two, - -Responsible for all aspects of the study
Presented my thesis results at the Monmouth University Undergraduate Psychology Conference on April 25th, 2026
Accomplishments
Member, Rho Lambda National Sorority Leadership Honor Society
Recognized for academic excellence and leadership within Greek life; collaborated with peers to promote service, leadership development, and campus engagement.
Recognized for academic excellence and leadership within Greek life; collaborated with peers to promote service, leadership development, and campus engagement.
Timeline
Student Intern
Department of Child Protection and Permanency
05.2025 - 08.2025
Research Intern
Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide
02.2025 - 05.2025
Shift Manager
KHD Enterprises
07.2022 - Current
Babysitting Assistant
Above the Clouds Daycare
06.2022 - 08.2023
Crew Person
KHD Enterprises
05.2019 - 07.2022
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
Monmouth University
High School Diploma -
Long Branch High School