NABILA BARQAB
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Committed to using education and mental health support as tools for liberation, to create meaningful, lasting change in the community.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Line Volunteer
Crisis Text Line
03.2025 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention support through text, using empathy, active listening, and de-escalation.
Volunteer
Minnesota Recovery Connection I
St. Paul, MN
02.2025 - Current
- Perform administrative tasks, manage office upkeep, and handle mail at Minnesota Recovery Connection.
Disaster Recovery Specialist
Red Cross
Minneapolis, MN
02.2025 - Current
- Coordinated and maintained open channels between departments in emergencies.
Registered Behavioral Technician
Horizon Bridge Autism Center
Bloomington, MN
01.2025 - Current
- Implemented daily behavioral plans and tracked client progress
- Supported clients in developing communication, social, and problem-solving skills through one-on-one sessions
Behavioral Technician
Spectrum of Light
Bloomington, MN
05.2024 - 07.2025
- Assisted in the development of individualized behavior plans for clients
- Monitored client progress and documented data on a daily basis
ESL Student Teacher
Anderson Middle School
Minneapolis, MN
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Aided lead teacher in managing classroom behavior and created immersion activities for student engagement
Sales Associate
Almost Famous Body Piercing
Bloomington, MN
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Helped customers with selecting jewelry, guided them through the piercing process, and coordinated appointments
- Sterilized and packaged jewelry, maintaining store cleanliness
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology & Statistics
Augsburg University
Minneapolis, MN05.2027
Skills
- ABA Therapy and Behavioral Intervention – Worked with kids under 10, using reinforcement, behavior plans, and aggression de-escalation
- Crisis Management & Intervention – De-escalated aggression in person and provided crisis support through Crisis Text Line volunteering
- ESL Tutoring & Teaching – Taught 15 ELL students and provided freelance online tutoring for English learners
- Data Collection and Analysis – Tracked behavioral trends using ABC charts, digital tools, and structured data methods
Languages
- Somali, Native/ Bilingual
- Arabic, Limited
Affiliations
- Event Coordinator for Augsburg Somali Student Union
Timeline
Crisis Line Volunteer
Crisis Text Line
03.2025 - Current
Volunteer
Minnesota Recovery Connection I
02.2025 - Current
Disaster Recovery Specialist
Red Cross
02.2025 - Current
Registered Behavioral Technician
Horizon Bridge Autism Center
01.2025 - Current
Behavioral Technician
Spectrum of Light
05.2024 - 07.2025
ESL Student Teacher
Anderson Middle School
10.2023 - 12.2023
Sales Associate
Almost Famous Body Piercing
05.2023 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology & Statistics
Augsburg University