Hamna Kabir
Newcastle,ON
Summary
I am a compassionate and dedicated Mental health Professional specializing in evidence-based treatments, skilled in developing personalized treatment plans and fostering a safe, supportive environment to help clients achieve their mental health goals. I am passionate about empowering individuals to navigate life’s challenges and improve emotional well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Caregiver
Community Living Owen Sound
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized care and support tailored to individual needs.
- Increased client independence by teaching essential self-care skills such as grooming, dressing, and toileting.
- Supported clients during medical appointments, advocating for their needs and preferences with healthcare providers.
- Demonstrated dedication to continuous learning attending training sessions regarding new caregiving methods leading to improved care quality.
- Facilitated social interactions for clients, organizing outings and activities that promoted community involvement.
- Promoted mental health by engaging clients in stimulating conversations and activities.
- Handled emergencies calmly following established protocols, ensuring client safety and promptly notifying appropriate parties.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients built on trust, empathy, and respect for personal autonomy.
Social Services Worker
Recreational Respite Inc
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify clients'' needs and determine appropriate services.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing individualized case plans.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by demonstrating active listening skills and empathetic understanding of their circumstances.
- Assisted clients and families in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
YMCA
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
- Managed daily routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between different activities throughout the day without any loss of instructional time.
- Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
- Established strong relationships with families through open communication channels and participation in school events.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
UNB Preschool Centre
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
- Managed daily routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between different activities throughout the day without any loss of instructional time.
- Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
- Established strong relationships with families through open communication channels and participation in school events.
Clinical Psychologist
Institute of Psychiatry, Benazir Bhutto Hospital
03.2016 - 03.2018
- provided individual and family therapy to a diverse clientele, ranging from early childhood to adulthood, with varying mental health conditions such as developmental disorders depression, anxiety, phobias, trauma, and drug addiction using Evidence-based therapeutic interventions
- Conducted comprehensive psychotherapeutic assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Offered individual outpatient and inpatient therapy to clients with wide range of psychological problems and Maintained detailed client records
- Consulted with community organizations to develop mental health programs tailored to local needs, increasing accessibility of services.
- Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal client care.
- Facilitated crisis interventions and provided appropriate referrals as necessary.
- Offered psychoeducation and support to clients’ families.
- Weekly information sessions on psychological disorders and their respective interventions.
Mental Health Volunteer
Self-employeed
12.2015 - 03.2018
- Improved mental health awareness within the community through participation in educational outreach events and workshops.
- Evaluated client needs based on assessments conducted by licensed professionals, allowing for targeted interventions tailored to each individual''s unique circumstances.
- Promoted self-care techniques and mindfulness practices to help clients manage symptoms of mental illness more effectively.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients and their families, fostering open communication channels for ongoing support.
- Supported efforts to reduce stigmatization surrounding mental health issues by participating in public speaking engagements and educational initiatives within the community.
- Supported individuals coping with stress, depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges by offering practical strategies and resources.
- Encouraged open dialogue between clients and their loved ones regarding mental health issues to foster increased understanding and acceptance within family units.
Intern
EFU Insurance Company
09.2014 - 02.2015
- Administration work i.e. Record keeping and maintenance.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Conducted research study on explore the relationship between Emotional labor (EL), positive affectivity (PA), negative affectivity (NA), job stress and turnover intentions among the employees of telecommunication sector
Education
Certificate in Early Childhood Eduaction - Early Childhood Education
New Brunswick Community College
Fredericton, None06-2020
Master of Science - Applied Psychology
Quaid E Azam University
Islamabad, Pakistan11-2015
Bachelor of Science - Science
Punjab University
Lahore, Pakistan05-2013
Skills
- Specialized in developmental psychopathology
- Excellent at recognizing and responding to emotional cues and building rapport with clients
- Able to analyze complex cases and develop personalized treatment strategies
- Able to adjust therapeutic approaches based on individual client needs and evolving circumstances
- Expert in maintaining client privacy and ethical handling of sensitive information
- Certification in stress Management
- Efficient at managing client caseloads, scheduling, and documentation in fast-paced settings
- Experience working with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care for clients
- Committed to lifelong learning and regularly attending workshops to stay current with the latest therapeutic methods
Languages
Urdu
English
Hindi
Timeline
Direct Support Caregiver
Community Living Owen Sound
07.2021 - 01.2022
Social Services Worker
Recreational Respite Inc
06.2021 - 01.2022
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
YMCA
02.2020 - 04.2020
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
UNB Preschool Centre
09.2019 - 11.2019
Clinical Psychologist
Institute of Psychiatry, Benazir Bhutto Hospital
03.2016 - 03.2018
Mental Health Volunteer
Self-employeed
12.2015 - 03.2018
Intern
EFU Insurance Company
09.2014 - 02.2015
Certificate in Early Childhood Eduaction - Early Childhood Education
New Brunswick Community College
Master of Science - Applied Psychology
Quaid E Azam University
Bachelor of Science - Science
Punjab University
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