Adiba Barazi
Glen Burnie,MD
Summary
Dedicated professional focused on improving client well-being through detailed assessments and customized treatment plans. Recognized for expertise in crisis intervention and resource coordination, leading to successful outcomes in human services. Strong relationship-building skills enhance collaboration with clients and colleagues.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Intake Counselor
Providence Center
05.2019 - 02.2021
Intake Counselor
Methadone Maintenance Clinic
12.2006 - 12.2009
HR/Admin
Auto Motive Repair Company
08.2003 - 05.2008
Teacher Aid and Tutor
High School
12.2004 - 05.2005
Administrative
Manufacturing Company
08.2001 - 05.2003
Tax Attorney Admin
Accounting Firm
06.2000 - 07.2001
Case Manager for Disabled
Hospital
05.1999 - 07.2001
Education
General Studies - Psychology, Sociology, English
Texas Women’s University
TexasHuman Services Technology -
Houston Community College
TexasSkills
- Intake assessments and evaluations
- Client intake processes
- Behavioral assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Mental health monitoring
- Client needs assessment
- Treatment planning
- Care planning
- Discharge planning
- Client advocacy
- Motivational interviewing
- Client appointment coordination
- Resource coordination
- Case management
- Case record management
- Service eligibility determination
- Progress tracking and reporting
- Action plan implementation
- Treatment coordination
- Case documentation
- Confidential file management
- Documentation review and proofreading
- Healthcare regulations
- Current industry practices
- Community networking
- Knowledge of community resources
- High-risk client identification
- Self-harm awareness and monitoring
- Client relationship management
- Interpersonal communication
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Family support
- Client rapport building
- Staff collaboration and support
- Staff training coordination
- Program management
- Program report preparation and review
- Goal setting and deadline management
- Process improvement strategies
- Clinical experience
- Action plan implementation
- Compassionate care
- Process improvement strategies
- Current industry practices
Certification
- Mandt Certified and trained
- ACRE Certified
Timeline
Intake Counselor
Providence Center
05.2019 - 02.2021
Intake Counselor
Methadone Maintenance Clinic
12.2006 - 12.2009
Teacher Aid and Tutor
High School
12.2004 - 05.2005
HR/Admin
Auto Motive Repair Company
08.2003 - 05.2008
Administrative
Manufacturing Company
08.2001 - 05.2003
Tax Attorney Admin
Accounting Firm
06.2000 - 07.2001
Case Manager for Disabled
Hospital
05.1999 - 07.2001
General Studies - Psychology, Sociology, English
Texas Women’s University
Human Services Technology -
Houston Community College
Volunteer Experience
I have volunteered as a counselor in rehabs, halfway houses, homeless shelters, and chemical dependency programs. I have hands on experience working with refugees that have been displaced in this country with nothing to their name I’ve helped them transition into their new communities and cultures by aiding them in learning the English language, and/or going back to school. I have helped them obtain jobs, homes, and any kind of assistance that they may have needed or qualified for. I have volunteered as a CNA at a hospice to aid with the elderly, and the terminally ill. I was a volunteer camp counselor who worked with the mentally and physically disabled, helping teach coping mechanisms while encouraging their daily involvement with their communities. I have several years of experience with both nonprofit organizations, as well as organizations that work with the disabled. I have also opened my home to children within the CPS program and been a foster mother to a handful of adolescent children. My education in human service, mental and behavioral health, substance abuse counseling, as well as hands on experience and knowledge of mental illnesses, the disabled, and my history in the medical, administrative, and human services field all contributed to my accomplishments within my volunteering background and experience.
Work Activities
- Senior Case Manager
- Completed intake assessments and evaluations
- Experienced with Clients who have complex needs such as IDD, substance abuse
- Established supportive working rapport with the families of clients
- Arranged follow up appointments with clients and their families
- Established rapport and working relationship with clients
- Created and maintain programs such as Individual support Plans and Person-Centered Plans
- Always demonstrated warmth, empathy, and compassion for our clientele
- Provided comprehensive case management to clients and their families
- Completed any discharge planning programs and paperwork
- Monitored client’s mental health and/or any substance abuse concerns
- Determined a course of action then working full steam ahead to implement it
- Evaluated client care plans according to orders
- Helped to determine eligibility for services such as TNAF or Housing assistance
- Created and updated case records to include a client’s address, progress, and history
- Assisted other staff in completing duties such as creating programs for our clients
- Screened transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Identified high-risk clients for possible case management and social service intervention
- Was mindful and aware of clients who signs of self-harm, suicide, or danger to others
- Monitoring the client’s progress
- Coordinated treatment planning
- Completed and forwarded documentation to supervisor as needed
- Reviewed, evaluated, verified, proofread, and examined documentation for accuracy
- Arranged, managed, and maintained all confidential files appropriately
- Trained new employees
- Prepared and reviewed program reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency
- Set goals and deadlines for department as well as clients
- Analyzed internal processes then recommended and implemented changes to improve operations
- Proactively maintaining up to date knowledge of industry specific clinical developments
- Experience with clients with learning disabilities, and/or mental, and physical disabilities
Area Of Expertise
- ACRE Certified
- Mandt Certified and trained
- Senior Case Manager trained in customized employment
- CPR and BLS Certified
- Skilled and experienced in providing support to individuals with IDD, physical and mental disorders, substance abuse, and other vulnerable individuals
Languages
Arabic, Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking
Volunteer Experience
I have volunteered as a counselor in rehabs, halfway houses, homeless shelters, and chemical dependency programs. I have hands on experience working with refugees that have been displaced in this country with nothing to their name I’ve helped them transition into their new communities and cultures by aiding them in learning the English language, and/or going back to school. I have helped them obtain jobs, homes, and any kind of assistance that they may have needed or qualified for. I have volunteered as a CNA at a hospice to aid with the elderly, and the terminally ill. I was a volunteer camp counselor who worked with the mentally and physically disabled, helping teach coping mechanisms while encouraging their daily involvement with their communities. I have several years of experience with both nonprofit organizations, as well as organizations that work with the disabled. I have also opened my home to children within the CPS program and been a foster mother to a handful of adolescent children. My education in human service, mental and behavioral health, substance abuse counseling, as well as hands on experience and knowledge of mental illnesses, the disabled, and my history in the medical, administrative, and human services field all contributed to my accomplishments within my volunteering background and experience.
Work Activities
- Senior Case Manager
- Completed intake assessments and evaluations
- Experienced with Clients who have complex needs such as IDD, substance abuse
- Established supportive working rapport with the families of clients
- Arranged follow up appointments with clients and their families
- Established rapport and working relationship with clients
- Created and maintain programs such as Individual support Plans and Person-Centered Plans
- Always demonstrated warmth, empathy, and compassion for our clientele
- Provided comprehensive case management to clients and their families
- Completed any discharge planning programs and paperwork
- Monitored client’s mental health and/or any substance abuse concerns
- Determined a course of action then working full steam ahead to implement it
- Evaluated client care plans according to orders
- Helped to determine eligibility for services such as TNAF or Housing assistance
- Created and updated case records to include a client’s address, progress, and history
- Assisted other staff in completing duties such as creating programs for our clients
- Screened transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Identified high-risk clients for possible case management and social service intervention
- Was mindful and aware of clients who signs of self-harm, suicide, or danger to others
- Monitoring the client’s progress
- Coordinated treatment planning
- Completed and forwarded documentation to supervisor as needed
- Reviewed, evaluated, verified, proofread, and examined documentation for accuracy
- Arranged, managed, and maintained all confidential files appropriately
- Trained new employees
- Prepared and reviewed program reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency
- Set goals and deadlines for department as well as clients
- Analyzed internal processes then recommended and implemented changes to improve operations
- Proactively maintaining up to date knowledge of industry specific clinical developments
- Experience with clients with learning disabilities, and/or mental, and physical disabilities
Area Of Expertise
- ACRE Certified
- Mandt Certified and trained
- Senior Case Manager trained in customized employment
- CPR and BLS Certified
- Skilled and experienced in providing support to individuals with IDD, physical and mental disorders, substance abuse, and other vulnerable individuals