NAYELLY MAXIMO
ASHLAND
Summary
Psychology student at Bridgewater State University (B.S.), expected graduation May 2026. Committed to advancing mental health awareness and emotional well-being. Proven experience in providing support to children and peers through empathy and active listening. Actively seeking a mental health internship to develop therapeutic and advocacy skills in preparation for a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nanny
Private Family
Wellesley
08.2025 - Current
- Provided supportive care fostering trust, self-regulation, and healthy coping skills.
- Cultivated a trusting atmosphere with families and children under care.
- Fostered trust, self-regulation, and coping skills through emotionally supportive care.
- Encouraged empathy and open dialogue to aid children's emotional expression.
- Partnered with parents to resolve behavioral or emotional issues.
- Established trust with families and children while providing care.
Peer Mentor
Coach for Change
Bridgewater
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Promoted mental health awareness and emotional resilience among peers through advocacy initiatives.
- Facilitated group discussions to foster open communication and build trust within teams.
- Led workshops enhancing self-advocacy skills and inclusive communication practices.
- Mentored individuals to develop leadership, empathy, and conflict-resolution abilities.
- Shared personal experiences to inspire hope and provide targeted support to peers.
Daycare Assistant
Bright Horizons
Wayland
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Cultivated a nurturing, inclusive environment, supporting social-emotional growth.
- Guided children through daily transitions and conflict resolution using empathetic approaches.
- Adapted activities to promote emotional awareness and self-confidence.
- Supported developmental assessments through observation and documentation of behaviors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA05.2026
Skills
- Emotional support
- Active listening
- Behavioral observation
- Communication techniques
- Adolescent development
- Cultural sensitivity
- Team collaboration
- Childcare expertise
- Complex Problem-solving
- Adaptability
- Mental health advocacy
- Bilingual in Portuguese
Certification
CPR & First Aid Certified
Languages
- Spanish, Fluent
- Portuguese, Bilingual
Professional Interests
- Trauma-Informed & Crisis Intervention
- Family & Relationship Systems
- Emotional & Behavioral Development in Youth
- Preventive Mental Health & Advocacy
Languages
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Nanny
Private Family
08.2025 - Current
Peer Mentor
Coach for Change
09.2023 - 06.2024
Daycare Assistant
Bright Horizons
02.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bridgewater State University