Ava Stewart
Culver City
Summary
Motivated UCLA psychology graduate with strong academic preparation and experience in client oriented environments. Offers a solid foundation in research literacy, collaboration and interpersonal communication, strengthened by years of balancing rigorous coursework with professional responsibilities. Committed to mental health equity and bringing strong analytical and relational skills to clinical training.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Hostess, Trainer, Key Hourly Manager, Bartender
North Italia Restaurant
El Segundo
07.2021 - Current
- De-escalate conflicts and concerns using solution-oriented communication while maintaining composure
- Trained new employees through one-on-one instruction tailored to various learning styles
- Engaged guests with warmth and actively listened to their needs, using clear communication that builds long lasting rapport
- Assessed guest well-being by monitoring signs if intoxication or distress and intervened when appropriate
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and composure
- Maintained a calm, epathetic presence during high-stress moments, reinforcing strong interpersonal skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA08-2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica06-2023
Skills
Critical thinking and analysis
Academic writing and communication
Research literacy
Interpersonal and client-facing communication
Time management and multitasking
Conflict resolution
Team collaboration and reliability
Timeline
Hostess, Trainer, Key Hourly Manager, Bartender
North Italia Restaurant
07.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Los Angeles
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Santa Monica College