Sawyer Chandler

Compassionate and dedicated behavioral health professional with experience working in residential treatment settings and supporting individuals experiencing emotional and behavioral crises. Skilled in building rapport through empathy, active listening, and genuine curiosity while maintaining a calm, nonjudgmental presence during challenging situations. Experienced in applying trauma-informed care principles to understand clients' needs, promote safety, and support stabilization.

Committed to meeting individuals where they are and helping them identify strengths, resources, and pathways toward greater stability and well-being.

Front of House Barista at Nates Baked Goods and Coffee (2026-05 – Present)

• Collaborated with kitchen staff to synchronize orders and streamline service during peak hours.
• Resolved customer inquiries and complaints efficiently, enhancing overall service quality.
• Prepared high-quality espresso beverages and specialty drinks to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Managed front-of-house operations, ensuring smooth workflow and positive guest experiences.
• Developed relationships with regular customers, fostering loyalty and repeat business.

Therapeutic Childcare Specialist at Helping Hand Home for Children (2024-04 – 2025-10)

• Cared for children affected by abuse, neglect, and domestic violence, fostering resilience and stability.
• Established honest, respectful relationships to enhance children's sense of safety and normalcy.
• Practiced approaches such as Trauma-Informed Care and TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention)
• Developed age-appropriate activities that promoted cognitive, social, and emotional growth in children.
• Applied strong understanding of child development milestones to provide targeted support for each child's unique learning needs.
• Mentored junior staff in best practices for child care, enhancing team performance and service delivery.
• Advocated for children's rights and welfare within the community, establishing partnerships to enhance support services.

Psychology Internship at Eastside Early College High School (2024-01 – 2024-04)

• Assisted faculty members in developing and delivering lectures, seminars, and presentations on psychology topics.
• Researched relevant psychological literature to support teaching objectives.
• Created online learning modules to supplement classroom instruction.
• Supported faculty in creating and delivering lectures and seminars on psychology topics, contributing to course effectiveness.
• Provided guidance to students on classroom assignments and activities.
• Collaborated with students on individualized learning plans, improving their comprehension of challenging biology topics.

Dog Care Team at Austin Pets Alive! (2023-04 – 2023-12)

• Cared for animals by feeding, cleaning cages, walking dogs, and offering companionship to enhance their well-being.
• Observed behavioral changes in animals to keep their health up to date while keeping them as happy and calm as possible in the shelter.
• Monitored behavioral changes in animals to ensure their health and well-being.
• Assisted in the intake process for new animals, including entering data into a computer system and completing paperwork.

Organic Farm Hand at Telderer's Rainbow's End Ranch (2020-10 – 2020-12)

• Cultivated organic crops using sustainable practices to enhance soil health and yield quality.
• Participated in seasonal harvest activities including picking fruits and vegetables, sorting produce, and preparing products for market sales or storage.
• Operated and maintained farm machinery to ensure efficient planting and harvesting processes.
• Assisted in livestock care, including feeding, grooming, and health monitoring.
• Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily farming tasks and labor assignments.

Master of Arts in Counseling – St. Edwards University (2027)

Bachelor of Arts in PSYCHOLOGY – St. Edwards University (2024-05)

High School Diploma – St. Andrews (2020-05)