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KAMRAN SHAHBAZI

Canyon Lake,CA

Summary

Hardworking and career-driven, with skills in problem-solving and conflict resolution. Wide range of experience in youth mentoring, sales, and administrative experience in the United States and United Kingdom.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Counselor

Vista Del Mar Child And Family Services
10.2023 - Current
  • Conducting and documenting the intake and discharge process in a Federal Detention facility for Undocumented Immigrant Youth who were detained by the US Customs officials and housed in a Shelter that is funded by the US Office of Refugee and Resettlement Department.
  • Teaching and guiding youths to become acclimated in US and Western Cultural Norms.
  • In charge of making sure youths are safe by conducting room checks and documenting it.
  • Serve youth their food, breakfast, snacks, lunch, and dinner.
  • Helping youths follow program directives and structure by waking up for school and following house rules, such as bedtime.
  • Transportation of youths to dental and medical appointments.
  • Transportation of youths to their religious services.
  • Engaging with youths in activities such as soccer and basketball.
  • Responsible for making sure any potential physical or verbal altercation is stopped.
  • Engaging and forming a rapport with youths while utilizing trauma-informed practices.

Social Worker III

County Of Riverside DPSS-CSD
09.2022 - 10.2023
  • Conducted monthly face-to-face interactions with youth in STRTP, Foster Homes, and Juvenile Hall
  • Provided professional opinions and recommendations through written Court Reports for youth and families
  • Ensured safe and timely transport of youth to their new residences
  • Scheduling Child and Family Team Meetings, Group Home Screenings, and Concurrent Planning Reviews.
  • Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations, and issues, and implemented services to address needs.
  • Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide a comprehensive and continuous care plan.
  • Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
  • Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
  • Conducted home visits to assess the living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
  • Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
  • Advocated for clients to ensure respected rights and wishes.
  • Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant, and current records.
  • Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services, such as housing and medical care.

Youth Development Counselor

Vista Del Mar
06.2019 - 08.2022
  • Assessed student issues pertaining to depression, anxiety, and physical abuse to resolve conflicts between students, peers, and teachers.
  • Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
  • Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
  • Recorded client information on special flow sheets, accurately indicating suicidal precautions, sleep flow, and restraints.
  • Trained in ensuring safety for mentally ill and emotionally disturbed teenagers inside of a lockdown facility.

Counselor

Wayfinder Family Services
12.2017 - 05.2019
  • Supervised youth in an engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
  • Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
  • Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits and coping mechanisms.
  • Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others, and actively listening.
  • Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.

Behavior Therapist

Esperance Center
08.2015 - 12.2017
  • In Charge of 4-5 Adult males with Intellectual Disabilities ranging from Autism, Down Syndrome and Schizophrenia
  • Taught low- and high-functioning autistic clients how to use life skills.
  • Collaborated with the treatment team to determine obstacles to success, assess client needs, and develop a treatment plan.
  • Briefed family members on client condition, furnished community resources, and recommended strategies to implement at home to promote consistency.

Education

Master of Arts - Public Administration/MPA

California State University
Northridge, CA
06.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

California State University
Northridge, CA
06.2012

Skills

  • Ability to Learn Quickly
  • Teamwork
  • Good Communication
  • Leadership
  • Strong Communication Skill
  • Behavior monitoring

Certification

  • First Aid CPR and AED Certified
  • Trained In Boxing and Self Defense

Languages

  • English
  • French
  • Farsi
  • Spanish

Timeline

Counselor

Vista Del Mar Child And Family Services
10.2023 - Current

Social Worker III

County Of Riverside DPSS-CSD
09.2022 - 10.2023

Youth Development Counselor

Vista Del Mar
06.2019 - 08.2022

Counselor

Wayfinder Family Services
12.2017 - 05.2019

Behavior Therapist

Esperance Center
08.2015 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

California State University

Master of Arts - Public Administration/MPA

California State University

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