Nabeel I. Cherkary
Pomona,CA
Summary
Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills in clinical environment, excelling in providing empathetic support and guidance. Adaptable and quick to learn, with focus on client-centered care and effective intervention strategies. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can drive positive outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
Aegis Treatment Center
11.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Reduced substance abuse relapse rates by implementing evidence-based counseling strategies and treatment plans.
- Manage approximately 4-7 clients a day.
Behavior Technician
FirstSteps For Kids
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for clients.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
- Managed approximately 2-4 clients per day.
Residential Counselor
Ettie Lee Youth And Family Services
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
- Encouraged clients to develop self-advocacy skills and to become active participants in own treatment plans.
- Resolved conflicts by performing in-time crisis intervention and enforcing discipline and behavior metrics.
- Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, coordinating services, and providing emotional support.
- Managed approximately 8-9 clients per day.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA12.2022
High School Diploma -
Covina High School
Covina, CA06.2017
Skills
- Communication and People skills
- Able to work well Under pressure
- Research Experience (8 Months)
- Experience with WORD systems
- Experience with Google Systems
- Experience with Qualtrics
- Experience with SPSS
- Logging
- Database Management
- Case management
- Clinical documentation
- Client confidentiality
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
- RADT- Registered Alcohol and Drug Technician
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
Aegis Treatment Center
11.2024 - Current
Behavior Technician
FirstSteps For Kids
03.2024 - 10.2024
Residential Counselor
Ettie Lee Youth And Family Services
06.2023 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
High School Diploma -
Covina High School
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