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Kaivon Tolooee

Denver,CO

Summary

I am interested in learning, connecting and creating dialogue through all means of communication and art. I want to start my career in mental health counseling and in the future open up my own clinic that will offer two distinct approaches: clinical therapy and alternative therapies.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Computer Programmer / IT Technician

Metro Real Estate Investment Group
Denver, CO
11.2021 - Current

Develop, modify, and troubleshoot custom websites used for property listings

Assist with the integration and customization of third-party software applications (e.g., MLS, accounting software) to streamline real estate operations and reporting.

Troubleshoot and resolve software and hardware issues for all office employees, reducing downtime and improving overall team efficiency.

Mentor / Drum Instructor

BANYON TREE / WHITTIER DRUM PROJECT
Denver, CO
10.2003 - 12.2018

I taught hand drums and mentored inner city and troubled youth through the non-profit organization. Our goals were to reach harmony and structure through drumming while providing a strong positive influence in the children's lives as well as their families lives.

I worked directly with the founder of the organization, who is a licensed Social Worker, eventually took over the program in 2017 – 2018 as Executive Director. We also reached out to various children centers, schools, hospitals and organizations in the Denver area to introduce our program and run workshops. (I.E., Denver Children's Home, Children's Hospital, Judi's House to name a few) and presented our program at the Aurora Mental Health Conference varies times talking about the positive effects of drumming

Paraprofessional in a Multi- Intensive Center

STRIVE PREPARATORY SCHOOLS - Montbello
Denver, CO
08.2016 - 08.2017

Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities.

Taught socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement. Developed and implemented strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of handicapping conditions. (Autism and various learning disabilities)

Conferred with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals, we develop individual educational plans designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social development. Guided and counseled students with adjustment, academic problems, or special academic interests. Instructed students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and self-sufficiency, such as hygiene, safety, and food preparation.

Mentor/ Behavioral Health Technician

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
Westminster, CO
10.2016 - 05.2017

Provided direct care and emotional support to young individuals with mental health and behavioral challenges, fostering a positive and therapeutic environment.

Assisted them in daily living activities (e.g., hygiene, meals, schoolwork), promoting independence while ensuring safety and well-being. Observed and documented client behaviors, progress, and incidents in detailed case notes to present to the therapists and supervisors. Provided crisis intervention and support during challenging situations to ensure client safety, and maintain therapeutic boundaries. During my time there, I won an award for being a “cool cucumber” under challenging and stressful situations, and I was counted on various times to de-escalate those challenging interactions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Theory

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
12-2014

Certificate - Javascript Full Stack Coding Bootcamp

University of Denver
Denver, CO
08-2021

Skills

  • Fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish
  • Strong technical skills in IT support, programming, and network security
  • Excellent interpersonal communication, works well with people with diverse backgrounds, and strong mentoring abilities
  • Non-judgmental view and approach to life and its daily challenges

Timeline

Computer Programmer / IT Technician

Metro Real Estate Investment Group
11.2021 - Current

Mentor/ Behavioral Health Technician

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
10.2016 - 05.2017

Paraprofessional in a Multi- Intensive Center

STRIVE PREPARATORY SCHOOLS - Montbello
08.2016 - 08.2017

Mentor / Drum Instructor

BANYON TREE / WHITTIER DRUM PROJECT
10.2003 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Theory

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Certificate - Javascript Full Stack Coding Bootcamp

University of Denver
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