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Abadir Haji

Silver Spring,MD

Summary

Seeking a challenging and rewarding position in the Public sector. Mr. Haji is an organized and dependable candidate who successfully manages multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals, and hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level public affairs and management position.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Civics and Ethical Studies Department head

Debra Birahan University
01.2009
  • Maintained organized inventory with accurate records through proper ordering, tracking and auditing procedures.
  • Evaluated performance continuously to identify areas in need of improvement and implement strategies to keep team on-track.
  • Cultivated collaborative, performance-oriented culture to keep team motivated and enthusiastic about achieving shared goals.
  • Led regular meetings with team leaders and front-line staff to convey important operational information and new targets.
  • Evaluated performance continuously to identify areas in need of improvement and implement strategies to keep team on-track.
  • Enforced organizational rules and incorporated policy changes into departments' day-to-day activities.
  • Collaborated with department personnel to coordinate multifaceted solutions to emerging problems.
  • Managed efficient workflows by creating effective schedules and delegating work based on personnel strengths and knowledge.
  • Maximized team performance by hiring, training and disciplining staff to consistently exceed expectations.
  • Implemented strong control and evaluation procedures to maximize departments' work quality.
  • Improved department operations by capturing numerous opportunities to streamline processes and reduce waste.
  • Created and enforced department policies, procedures and standards to establish productivity and quality.
  • Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
  • Maintained a professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules, and monitored performance.

Developmental Disability Specialist

County Of Fairfax, CSB
08.2022 - Current
  • Managed over 500 students and 40 academic staff
  • Prepared nutritious meals to meet the individual dietary needs of clients.
  • Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep the healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
  • Designed individualized plans detailing the daily activities and needs of patients.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services, and case notes.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
  • Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
  • Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
  • Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
  • Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
  • Provided patient and family education on available resources and self-care strategies.
  • Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
  • Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing medical, emotional, and mental health challenges in hospitals.
  • Coordinated patient discharge planning and follow-up care.
  • Preserved and prepared reports and treatment records.
  • Developed partnerships with community organizations to expand services and referrals.
  • Updated treatment plans on a monthly basis with the latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
  • Developed individual treatment plans and provided counseling to patients.
  • Facilitated support groups for patients and families dealing with chronic illnesses.

Board Chairman

Sikko Mando Relief Association
10.2017 - Current
  • Led organization in setting goals and strategies.
  • Contributed to values, goals and strategic vision of organization.
  • Provided recommendations on board of directors on group's effectiveness, actions, and future plans.
  • Negotiated and resolved conflicts between stakeholders.
  • Chaired shareholder meetings, disseminating information, and fielded questions.
  • Composed and transcribed well-written reports, emails and technical documents with minimal supervision.
  • Developed innovative approaches to problem-solving, leveraging resources and driving results.
  • Managed workflow and calendars of Chairman's office to support meeting planning and development.
  • Oversaw restructuring of financial systems, resulting in increased profitability and operational output.
  • Helped record, compile, summarize and analyze data.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.

Medication Care Manager

Aegis Living of Shoreline
11.2020 - 12.2022
  • Pass medication
  • Assist clients with medication administration
  • Documentation
  • Medication audit.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Responded to emergency situations and provided support to promote client safety and wellbeing.
  • Communicated with healthcare providers to facilitate continuity of care.
  • Participated in team meetings and trainings to stay updated on best practices and new developments in care management.
  • Maintained detailed records in compliance with agency standards and regulations.
  • Established and maintained relationships with clients, families and community partners to coordinate services to meet client's needs.
  • Educated clients and families on community resources, treatment options and health care services to better manage conditions.
  • Evaluated clients progress and adjusted service plans to address areas of concern.
  • Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans and coordinated necessary services to avail quality care for clients.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for patients.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.

Coordinator of Community Services (CCS)

Optimal Health Care Inc
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Coordinating community services for people in Medicaid and waiver programs
  • Coordinating services for people with intellectual disabilities/developmental disabilities
  • Provide Social Service intake, referral services, and human services
  • Provide crisis management
  • Determining the most integrated setting appropriate to meet the person’s needs
  • Coordinating and facilitating planning meetings
  • Assisting people in gaining access to services and supports based on needs
  • Coordinating services
  • Governing and monitoring services for people with developmental disabilities.
  • Exhibited excellent communications and customer service relations skills.
  • Planned and delivered numerous activities and special events.
  • Developed strong interpersonal communication skills to promote relationship building with internal and external customers.

Covid-19 Medical Tester

Remote Medical International
12.2020 - 03.2022
  • Collect specimens using the established protocols and report within the time frame using applications
  • Reporting cases of positive and negative responses according to established protocols
  • Communicate findings directly following the guidelines or protocol
  • Don and Doff PPE as required within the protocol for performing medical testing and screening
  • Document the Medical Testing and Screening findings and results with the company documentation system.

Attendant Counselor 2

DSHS/Developmental Disability Administration/SOLA
02.2016 - 03.2022
  • Coach/Teach Client to develop skillsActivity of Daily Living
  • Monitor Client safety and personal judgment
  • Assess clients’ time management and decision-making, and financial management skills
  • Perform delegated tasks as instructed and other duties as assigned.

Survey Administration and Research coordinator

Tesfa Program
03.2021 - 08.2021
  • Coordinated protocol development, equipment preparation and materials purchasing for planned studies.
  • Prepared documents, reports, and presentations detailing results and conclusions.
  • Oversaw research projects focused on COVID-19 hesitancy.
  • Applied SPSS software to create high-quality graphical representations of study results.
  • Conducted phone call survey, collected samples, and documented data.
  • Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
  • Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
  • Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
  • Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
  • Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
  • Collected, evaluated, and modeled collected data.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked flexible hours across the night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Lecturer

Addis Ababa University
05.2010 - 02.2012
  • Planned and organized seminars, meetings and retreats.
  • Created messages, position statements and other corporate communications based on company's objectives.
  • Raised brand awareness through consistent marketing efforts and product campaign launches.
  • Wrote and edited articles, web content, advertising copy, periodicals and publications for internal and external audiences.
  • Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
  • Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
  • Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
  • Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
  • Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
  • Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
  • Led seminars and workshops to facilitate student learning and engagement and increase memory retention.
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
  • Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
  • Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
  • Implemented instructional technologies in course delivery to engage and educate students.
  • Participated and led committee meetings to remain aware of developments in subject.
  • Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
  • Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
  • Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
  • Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
  • Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
  • Designed and implemented various educational activities and programs to meet student needs.
  • Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
  • Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
  • Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
  • Impartially evaluated papers, projects and homework assignments of students, delegating grading to teaching assistants when appropriate.
  • Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
  • Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
  • Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.

Education

Executive Certificate of Postgraduate - Public Administration

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
12.2022

Bachelor of Applied Science in Public Health -

Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Kirkland, WA
01.2021

Exercising Leadership: Foundational Principles -

Harvard (an online learning initiative of Harvard University)
01.2020

Associate of Arts in Allied Health -

North Seattle College
Seattle, WA
01.2018

Master of Art in government and Politics -

Addis Ababa University
01.2009

Bachelor of Art in Geography -

Addis Ababa University
01.2006

Skills

  • Critical Thinking and problem-solving
  • Team Player
  • Effective use of the LOGIC MODEL & Gantt chart in Program Planning and Evaluation
  • Survey administration & Applied research
  • Program planning, Implementation, and Monitoring &Evaluation
  • Persuasive Negotiations
  • Workload Balancing
  • Employee Empowerment
  • Scheduling and Coordinating

Accomplishments

  • Recognized as a Phoenix graduate by rising Center. LWTech, 2021
  • Academic honor of cum laude LWTech, 2021

Languages

English
Full Professional
Oromo
Native or Bilingual
Amharic
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Developmental Disability Specialist

County Of Fairfax, CSB
08.2022 - Current

Coordinator of Community Services (CCS)

Optimal Health Care Inc
03.2022 - 07.2022

Survey Administration and Research coordinator

Tesfa Program
03.2021 - 08.2021

Covid-19 Medical Tester

Remote Medical International
12.2020 - 03.2022

Medication Care Manager

Aegis Living of Shoreline
11.2020 - 12.2022

Board Chairman

Sikko Mando Relief Association
10.2017 - Current

Attendant Counselor 2

DSHS/Developmental Disability Administration/SOLA
02.2016 - 03.2022

Lecturer

Addis Ababa University
05.2010 - 02.2012

Civics and Ethical Studies Department head

Debra Birahan University
01.2009

Executive Certificate of Postgraduate - Public Administration

Liberty University

Bachelor of Applied Science in Public Health -

Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Exercising Leadership: Foundational Principles -

Harvard (an online learning initiative of Harvard University)

Associate of Arts in Allied Health -

North Seattle College

Master of Art in government and Politics -

Addis Ababa University

Bachelor of Art in Geography -

Addis Ababa University
Abadir Haji