Psychology graduate (Upper 2:1) with volunteering experience supporting both teenagers and adults, providing empathetic listening and emotional support for individuals facing anxiety, low mood, and personal challenges. Skilled in building rapport, adapting communication styles, and remaining calm in sensitive situations. Three years of bartending experience further developed resilience, teamwork, and the ability to thrive in high-pressure environments while maintaining professionalism. Motivated, proactive, and eager to contribute to a multidisciplinary team, supporting individuals with rehabilitation goals and daily living skills in a compassionate and person-centered way.
- Providing non-clinical support on a voluntary basis to those in need
- Advised on resources available, thus enabling access to additional support systems if needed.
- Increased comfort by providing empathetic and non-judgmental listening.
- Completed various training exercises provided by 7Cups including, but not limited to, psychological first aid (PFA) and active listening.
- Ensured optimal service delivery by maintaining a clean and organised bar environment.
- Developed rapport with patrons to enhance customer loyalty.
- Monitored guest wellbeing, addressing excessive consumption and arranging transportation.
- Coordinated stock replenishment activities to sustain a tidy bar.
- Trained new staff members on operational procedures and standards.
- Adapted to various situations while maintaining high efficiency under pressure.