HODAN A. WARSAME
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Bilingual Somali-English professional with over 10 years in education and community engagement. Expertise in family advocacy, program coordination, and stakeholder engagement, driving positive outcomes for culturally diverse communities. Committed to enhancing educational success and strengthening family-school partnerships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Lakeview Hospital
05.2025 - Current
- Maintain accuracy, compliance, documentation, and quality standards in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Behavior Technician / RBT Trainee
Hope Group Clinical
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Implemented individualized ABA treatment plans.
- Worked closely with families and Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
- Collected data and documented client progress.
Behavioral Health Technician
Ikaze Behavioral Health Center
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided behavioral support services to children and families.
- Collaborated with parents and caregivers to reinforce treatment goals.
- Supported development of communication, social, academic, and daily living skills.
- Participated in family meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions.
Liaison Officer
World Concern Development Organization
02.2021 - 11.2023
- Served as primary liaison between communities, government agencies, health authorities, and partner organizations.
- Built strong relationships with community leaders, families, and stakeholders to improve service delivery.
- Organized community meetings, outreach initiatives, and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Facilitated culturally responsive communication and interpretation support.
- Connected vulnerable families with resources and support services.
- Prepared reports, meeting minutes, and follow-up action plans.
Logistics, Administration & HR Manager
World Concern Development Organization
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Managed staff coordination, training, administration, procurement, and reporting.
- Collaborated with government agencies, community stakeholders, and partner organizations.
- Supported organizational communication and project implementation.
Primary School Educator
SOS Primary School
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Delivered classroom instruction and educational support to primary school students.
- Developed lesson plans and age-appropriate learning activities.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, families, and school staff.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and educational needs.
- Supported parent engagement activities and school events.
- Promoted students’ social, emotional, and academic development.
Administrative Officer
DAI – Partnership for Economic Growth
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Coordinated meetings, maintained records, and prepared reports to facilitate effective communication between departments and external stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Sanaag University
SomaliaSkills
- Documentation and reporting
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Community outreach
- Behavioral support
- Intercultural awareness
- Cross-functional communication
- Family engagement
- Conflict resolution
Languages
- Somali, Fluent
- English, Fluent
- Hindi, Fluent
Community And Family Engagement Highlights
Experienced in working with immigrant and culturally diverse families, facilitating communication between families and service providers, supporting parent engagement, providing interpretation, coordinating community outreach activities, and advocating for access to educational and social resources.
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Lakeview Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Behavior Technician / RBT Trainee
Hope Group Clinical
12.2024 - 04.2025
Behavioral Health Technician
Ikaze Behavioral Health Center
01.2024 - 11.2024
Liaison Officer
World Concern Development Organization
02.2021 - 11.2023
Logistics, Administration & HR Manager
World Concern Development Organization
03.2018 - 12.2020
Primary School Educator
SOS Primary School
01.2015 - 12.2017
Administrative Officer
DAI – Partnership for Economic Growth
01.2012 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Sanaag University