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MAYA BERTHOUD

Elkridge

Summary

Compassionate and adaptable professional with a strong background in youth advocacy and sales. Known for effective mentoring, crisis intervention, and team collaboration. Eager to leverage skills in supporting diverse communities to foster growth and resilience.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Representative

Victory Home Remodeling
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • Conducted door-to-door outreach to promote home renovation services.
  • Generated and qualified leads, scheduled consultations, and developed persuasive pitches.
  • Built rapport with potential clients and contributed to weekly team goals in a fast-paced sales environment.

Youth Justice Advocate, Youth Service Center

Howard University
Washington
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Mentored detained youth through structured activities, fostering life skills and self-confidence.
  • Facilitated recidivism-reduction programs and interventions.

Nanny

Private Nanny
San Diego
01.2012 - 01.2025
  • Provided childcare for infants through early teens, supporting daily routines, homework, and behavioral guidance.
  • Prepared meals, maintained a clean environment, and ensured safe transportation.

Psychology Intern

Kidongo Chekundu Mental Hospital
Zanzibar
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Assisted with patient diagnoses and explored cross-cultural mental health approaches.
  • Led art therapy sessions tailored to non-Western psychiatric practices.

Active Participant

Alternative Spring Break
St. Louis
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Mentored youth in crisis centers, providing guidance on academic skills and access to higher education (with emphasis on HBCUs).
  • Organized and led workshops on test-taking and college readiness, boosting resilience and preparedness.

Peer Counselor

Howard University
Washington
10.2021 - 02.2023
  • Provided peer emotional support to fellow students, creating a safe and supportive campus environment.
  • Strengthened active listening and client-centered skills.

Public Relations Intern

Howard University Alternative Spring Break
Washington
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Assisted in planning and executing public relations campaigns for student engagement.

Education

B.S. - Psychology

Howard University
DC
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Academy of Our Lady of Peace
San Diego, CA
12.2021

Some College (No Degree) - Spanish Studies

University of Anáhuac, Oaxaca
Oaxaca, Mexico

Skills

  • Mentoring youth
  • Team collaboration
  • Crisis intervention
  • Data analysis
  • Customer service
  • Critical thinking

Awards

  • Howard University Capstone Scholarship, 2021
  • CITI Certificate in Ethical Human Research, 2022
  • College of Arts and Sciences Honors Program, 2022
  • College of Arts and Sciences Honors Program Study Abroad Scholarship, 2024
  • Lucy E. Moten Fellowship, 2025
  • Globalization Fund Scholarship, 2025

Minor

Painting

Honors Program

College of Arts and Sciences Honors Program

Timeline

Sales Representative

Victory Home Remodeling
05.2025 - 07.2025

Psychology Intern

Kidongo Chekundu Mental Hospital
06.2024 - 07.2024

Youth Justice Advocate, Youth Service Center

Howard University
01.2023 - 01.2025

Active Participant

Alternative Spring Break
03.2022 - 03.2023

Peer Counselor

Howard University
10.2021 - 02.2023

Public Relations Intern

Howard University Alternative Spring Break
08.2021 - 03.2022

Nanny

Private Nanny
01.2012 - 01.2025

B.S. - Psychology

Howard University

High School Diploma -

Academy of Our Lady of Peace

Some College (No Degree) - Spanish Studies

University of Anáhuac, Oaxaca

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