AKIRRA W. RAHEEM
Aurora ,IL
Summary
Dedicated graduate student with 2+ years of advising and mentorship experience at high school and college levels. Skilled in building strong relationships with students and faculty in diverse settings. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, consistently devising innovative solutions to complex issues. Committed to equipping mentees with essential educational, professional, and social skills for success. Thrives autonomously and as a valuable team member, requiring minimal supervision.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counseling Intern
CLINTON ROSETTE MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Guide and counsel students in their development of a plan that encompasses academic, college/career, and personal/social life goals
- Provides services to pupils through consultation, individual and group counseling, and classroom involvement
- Assists teachers in creating a flexible program and classroom environment which enhances individual growth
- Provides information and assistance to parents in their understanding of child development
Graduate Assistant
CAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD – NIU
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Assist, motivate, and mentor undergraduate students in the creation and planning of events and activities
- Continuously improve the program by benchmarking and contacting other campus activity board programs
- Develop training opportunities for students on event planning, leadership, and multicultural awareness
- Participate in office organization projects while fostering an environment of teamwork and professionalism
Counselor in Training for Practicum
COMMUNITY COUNSELING TRAINING CENTER – NIU
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Participate in supervised, one-on-one counseling interactions to further develop counseling skills alongside industry professionals
- Review session recordings and conduct client-driven research to enhance future sessions and better serve clients
- Engage in rigorous assessment interpretation to identify counseling areas of improvement
- Employ superior attention to detail while completing client notes
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Education, Emphasis in School Counseling
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL05.2022
BACHELOR OF ARTS - English Literature
Baylor University
Waco, TX05.2019
Skills
- Counseling & Mentorship
- Mental Health Awareness
- Interpersonal Communication
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Organization
- Documentation
- Crisis Intervention
- Multitasking
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
Certification
Illinois Professional Educator, Endorsement: School Counselor (PK-Age21); Illinois Professional Counselor
Training
- Mandated Reporter – Jan.2021
- Preventing Suicide in Emergency Department Patients – Oct.2020
- Introduction of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Early Trauma – Sep.2020
- Psychological First Aid – Sep.2020
Affiliations
- Member of the Rho Alpha Kappa chapter of the Chi Sigma Iota Honor Society at Northern Illinois University.
- Member of both the Illinois Counseling Association of2021 and the American Psychological Association of2020.
- Mentored elementary students in preparation for STAAR standardized testing as a volunteer at Baylor University.
- Served as President of the Baylor University gospel choir.
- Possess a long history of volunteer work at food banks, nursing homes, and afterschool programs.
Timeline
School Counseling Intern
CLINTON ROSETTE MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2021 - 05.2022
Counselor in Training for Practicum
COMMUNITY COUNSELING TRAINING CENTER – NIU
01.2021 - 05.2021
Graduate Assistant
CAMPUS ACTIVITIES BOARD – NIU
06.2019 - 06.2021
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Education, Emphasis in School Counseling
Northern Illinois University
BACHELOR OF ARTS - English Literature
Baylor University
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