Edwina Fugah

I have a bachelors in psycholog and am looking to gain opportunities working with people, broadening my medical knowledge/skills, and obtaining valuable work experiences.

Hicksville Boys & Girls Club Hicksville, NY

Counselor  June 2023- August 2023

• Supervised and facilitated a mentoring service to 4-6 teenagers between the ages of 12-14 by fostering their interest in STEM through conducting science experiments 
• De-escalate conflict by providing a model for a healthy, trusting relationship through clear communication and setting appropriate boundaries.
• Performed administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, recording messages, and redirecting calls to appropriate supervisors 

SUNY Old Westbury Residential Life      Old Westbury, NY

Resident Assistant August 2021-August 2023 

• Developed, implemented, and maintained a positive living environment designed to encourage involvement and community among 20+ residents through student-centered programs and events to promote education, health, and diversity
• Ensured the enforcement of legal and college policy through campus-wide duty rounds to provide a safe living environment for all members of the Old Westbury community
• Performed clerical and administrative tasks including maintenance requests, room transfers, and incident reports

SUNY Old Westbury Educational Opportunity Program Old Westbury, NY

Peer Mentor August 2021-May 2022

• Counseled 6-10 students, assisted them in overcoming obstacles of their first year in college, adjusting to life, and making proper choices to stay focused.
• Guided students through group discussions in developing skills and strategies for managing their problems and mental health obstacles.
• Developed monthly evaluations on each student and their progress, outlining contact and developments with the students and referring students to community resources or to specialists as necessary

Queen’s Daughter DayCare Yonkers, NY

Teacher's Assistant   Summer 2018 & 2019

• Supervised 15-20 students during lunch hour, playtime, or recess, and at special events, like field trips
• Reviewed learning material with students, either individually or in small groups, to help reinforce lessons presented by lead teachers to encourage creative and intellectual development
• Maintained progress records on the emotional, physical, social, and intellectual development of assigned children 

State University of New York at Old Westbury Old Westbury. NY

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology  

August 2020- August 2023