Abdikani Hussein
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Diligent counseling professional with a strong background in counseling. Provides tailored treatment plans that have positively influenced client outcomes. Demonstrated ability in crisis intervention and client-centered care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Treatment Counselor
People Incorporated
Saint Paul, MN
12.2025 - Current
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to support client recovery and personal development.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans tailored to each client's needs and goals.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting interventions as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Educated clients on addiction recovery resources, empowering them to make informed choices about their treatment options.
- Led psychoeducational groups, equipping clients with valuable coping skills for long-term success in recovery.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Independent Living Skills Coach
People Incorporated
Saint Paul, MN
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed personalized training plans for clients to enhance independent living skills.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored support strategies for individuals.
- Advocated for clients' rights and access to community resources and services.
- Educated clients on medication management techniques, ensuring their compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
Behavior Technician
Personalized Care For All
Saint Paul, MN
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided direct behavioral support to adults with developmental disabilities and high behavioral needs using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies. Implemented individualized behavior support plans, taught coping and daily living skills, and monitored client progress through detailed data collection. Assisted with behavior redirection, de-escalation, and reinforcement techniques in both home and community settings. Collaborated with clinical supervisors and support teams to ensure consistent and person-centered care.
Education
Diploma -
Harding High School
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
Normandale Community College
Minneapolis, MN05-2027
Skills
- Daily living support (ADLs, hygiene, meal prep, medication reminders)
- Behavior redirection and crisis de-escalation
- Community integration and transportation assistance
- Goal tracking and documentation
- Person-centered care approach
- Safety monitoring and incident reporting
- Support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Building positive relationships with clients and families
- Confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
- Time management and multitasking in residential or 1:1 settings
- Clinical documentation
- Motivational interviewing
- Boundary setting
- Crisis intervention
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Somali
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Treatment Counselor
People Incorporated
12.2025 - Current
Independent Living Skills Coach
People Incorporated
06.2025 - 12.2025
Behavior Technician
Personalized Care For All
01.2024 - 05.2025
Diploma -
Harding High School
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
Normandale Community College