Neya Govindaraj

Psychology undergraduate in my final year with hands-on experience supporting individuals in both educational and clinical settings. I have a particular interest in developmental and behavioural changes in childhood, including the challenges faced by young people with neurodevelopmental conditions. I build positive relationships quickly and am an effective communicator with individuals of diverse ages, backgrounds and abilities.

I am currently looking for work opportunities in the mental health sector to deepen my expertise and contribute my knowledge and skills to a full-time, client-focused environment.

Floor Supervisor at Boho Club (2023-12 – Present)

Supervised team and provided guidance and support in a hospitality setting

• Supervised my team and provided guidance and support
• Addressed guest queries and complaints promptly and professionally
• Maintained a high standard of cleanliness and organization

Research Assistant (Placement Year) at Wolfson Centre for Young People's Mental Health, Cardiff University (2024-09 –2025-06)

Currently in the process of publishing research exploring the impact of genetics on informant discrepancies in assessment of youth irritability and depression

• Currently in the process of publishing a research paper exploring the impact of genetics on informant discrepancies seen in the assessment of youth irritability and depression
• Learnt to utilize a new statistical software, R
• Undertook literature searches and reviews

International Project Volunteer at Play Action International (2023-11 – 2024-07)

Volunteered internationally on educational project, raising funds and delivering play-based learning activities

• Raised £1,350 through targeted social-media outreach and participation in multiple fundraising events
• Spent two weeks in Uganda constructing school play facilities and delivering play-based learning activities to enhance children's motor skills, social interaction and language development

Reception/FOH at Golf Fang Collective (2023-04 – 2023-06)

Welcomed customers and managed bookings in a professional hospitality environment

• Welcomed and aided customers in a professional manner
• Managed bookings using Roller software
• Collaborated with floor and bar staff to accommodate special requests from guests

General Volunteer at SVCymru (2022-11 – 2023-05)

Provided support and entertainment to patients in the adult mental health wards

• Provided various forms of entertainment, such as card games and arts and crafts, to patients within the locality wards
• Engaged in one-on-one conversations with patients as they shared their daily experiences
• Completed training in PPE, confidentiality and safety protocols, and effective communication strategies

FOH Team Member at Heidi's Bier Bar (2022-01 – 2023-02)

Worked in fast-paced hospitality environment with high guest volume

• Worked efficiently within a dynamic, fast-paced setting, with a high volume of guests
• Increased positive customer satisfaction ratings

Tutor Assistant at Kumon Study Centre (2019-07 – 2019-09)

Guided students through mathematical concepts and assessed progress

• Guided students through mathematical concepts
• Assessed and recorded student progress

Cadet Volunteer at St John's Ambulance (2020-02 – 2023-03)

Acquired proficiency in first aid equipment and practices

• Acquired proficiency in first aid equipment and practices through first aid simulation exercises
• Learnt and applied knowledge of health and well-being

BSc in Psychology with Professional Placement – Cardiff University (2022-09 – 2026-06)

A-Levels in Maths, Biology, Chemistry – Howell's School Llandaff (2019-09 – 2021-08)

GCSEs in Multiple subjects – Howell's School Llandaff (2017-09 – 2019-06)