Shauna Leydon
0838599187
Summary
I am a dedicated, enthusiastic, and hardworking individual with a passion for working with people. I recently graduated from University College Dublin with a degree in Psychology, which has given me a comprehensive understanding of human behavior. My studies have sharpened my critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as my oral and written communication abilities.
Currently, I am in the final stages of pursuing a Master’s degree in Health Psychology at the University of Galway. I am actively engaged in the GUIDE HD research project, focusing on developing therapeutic approaches for individuals and families affected by Huntington's Disease. I have a strong interest in Clinical Psychology and youth mental health.
In addition to my academic pursuits, I train competitively for the 800m and recently won the National IUAA Championship in this event. Through athletics, I have developed discipline, confidence, commitment, and resilience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Coach, Multi Sport Camp
UCD Sport
Dublin
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Teaching children aged 4-12 various skills.
- Working with children with disabilities such as autism.
- Responsible for planning and delivering the Multi-Active programme, combining various sports and activities for 4-12-year-olds.
- Reporting to Co-Ordinators and Managers.
- Responsible for coaching and looking after groups of up to 30 children, delivering high-energy, fun and inclusive sessions that ensure every child is engaged and makes progress, regardless of their ability.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety procedures.
Public Relations Officer
UCD Athletics Club
Dublin
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Responsible for the management of external communications of organisations through maintaining relationships with key stakeholders like Athletics Ireland, existing athletics coaches, Irish athletes and various other sporting organisations like Para-athletics and Sportireland.
- Frequent social media uploading/editing.
- Familiarity with Athletics Ireland statistics.
- Ability to promote and advertise athletes.
Administrator
Taraview farms
Westmeath
06.2022 - 09.2022
- My role at Taraview farms entailed part-time, general farm and administration work.
Educator
Lululemon Athletica, Brown Thomas and Grafton Street
Dublin
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Through working with Lululemon, I have gained a great amount of customer service, I enjoyed engaging and connecting with guests, and delivering top-quality product education.
- Working Independently as well as with a team.
- Skillfully cultivated excellent customer relationships by providing helpful, friendly and attentive services.
- Providing a seamless guest experience.
Healthcare Experience
Beaumont Hospital and The Sports Surgery Clinic
Dublin
01.2018 - 04.2018
- At Beaumount Hoapital I shadowed and worked alongside Occupational therapists, Speech and Language therapists as well as Physiotherapists.
- At the Sports Surgery Clinic, I shadowed and assisted an occupational therapist in a private environment.
Volunteer Work
Volunteering
- Big Sister Little Sister, a weekly programme in which I helped and encouraged younger students to be comfortable in their new school environment.
- Senior Prefect, being a senior prefect, I developed responsiveness along with leadership skills.
- Coralstown, Kinnegad GAA club (2018 - 2023), Volunteer work in my local GAA club -Coralstown, Kinnegad, helping young Gaelic footballers develop their skills.
- Officiating at National Community Games festival the University of Limerick, 2017 - 2021. Here I volunteered to work alongside officials and young athletes, where we organised events in a sports environment.
- Children's Nursery, Organising events and coaching young children.
Education
Master of Science - Health Psychology
11-2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
09-2023
- Upper 2:1 (3.5 GPA)
Certificate in Sports Nutrition
11-2020
Skills
- Friendly and Enthusiastic
- High attention to detail
- Ability to work well independently and with a team
- Positive and ambitious mindset
- Great time management and organisational skills
- Disciplined and committed
- Excellent communication skills
- Creative mindset
- Clinical psychology research and data collection experience
- Qualitative research experience with clinical population
- Excellent presentation skills
- Completion of mini systematic review
- Excellent knowledge of psychological interventions and stress management interventions
Accomplishments
• National IUAA champion 4x200m relay
• IUAA national 800M indoor champion 2023
• National silver in 400mh 2021
• National silver in the 80m hurdles, 2018.
• 23 x national medals
• Leinster star award recipient 2018 & 2020
• awarded 530/600 points in the Leaving Certificate 2020.
• National silver triple jump 2018
• Tailteann Games finalist 2018
• Leinster schools intermediate multi events champions 2018
• Westmeath county footballer 2018
• Future leader award
• Gaisce Bronze award
Timeline
Senior Coach, Multi Sport Camp - UCD Sport
03.2023 - 08.2023
Administrator - Taraview farms
06.2022 - 09.2022
Public Relations Officer - UCD Athletics Club
04.2022 - 08.2023
Educator - Lululemon Athletica, Brown Thomas and Grafton Street
09.2021 - 05.2022
Healthcare Experience - Beaumont Hospital and The Sports Surgery Clinic
01.2018 - 04.2018
Volunteer Work - Volunteering
University Of Galway - Master of Science, Health Psychology
University College Dublin - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Setanta College - , Certificate in Sports Nutrition
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