Nadia Kahil
Marina Del Rey,CA
Summary
Program director with expertise in managing crisis intervention teams for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. Proven track record in addressing substance abuse issues and providing effective support during critical situations. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for vulnerable populations through strategic program development and implementation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
Line Of Hope Crisis Team
El Segundo
05.2020 - Current
- Created and implemented new policies and procedures for the program.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for each client.
- Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Provided education on topics such as stress management, anger management, and parenting skills.
- Conducted needs assessments and developed program objectives.
- Ensured compliance with organizational standards, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Facilitated staff meetings and educational work sessions to strengthen staff competencies.
- Monitored program operations for compliance with policies and procedures, applicable standards, and relevant contractual policy.
- Wrote proposals and reports for general and specific program support.
- Supervised program and project managers to provide feedback and resolve complex problems.
- Established a strategy for the program using evaluation outcomes and research to set goals and direction.
- Participated in regular case reviews with other clinicians to discuss client progress.
- Hired and developed staff members to collaboratively achieve program goals.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
- Utilized a variety of techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices
Crisis Counselor
Crisis Response Project
Gardena
05.2018 - 03.2021
- Conducted assessments to determine the appropriate level of care for clients in crisis.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client needs and goals.
- Maintained accurate records of all client interactions using an electronic health record system.
- Created safe spaces for clients by maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards.
- Offered counseling and stabilization support to reintroduce calm in crisis situations.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Encouraged development of relevant skills to help overcome specific concerns.
Behavior Therapist
ACT A Change in Trajectory
Riverside
05.2015 - 02.2018
- Provided individual and group therapy services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Conducted assessments of the clients' behavior, skills, abilities, and interests using structured interviews, direct observations, and standardized testing.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, teachers, and parents to ensure effective treatment plans were implemented.
- Educated families about their child's diagnosis and appropriate intervention strategies to use at home.
- Facilitated parent trainings to teach behavioral management techniques that can be used both inside and outside of the therapeutic setting.
- Attended professional development activities including workshops, conferences, seminars related to Behavioral Therapy.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
National University- JFK School of Psychology
San Diego 08-2026
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Behavioral assessment
- Crisis management
- Mental health assessment
- De-escalation techniques
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Behavioral Interventions
- Behavioral plan management
- Crisis intervention
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership
- Decision making
- Effective communication
- Individualized treatment planning
Timeline
Program Director
Line Of Hope Crisis Team
05.2020 - Current
Crisis Counselor
Crisis Response Project
05.2018 - 03.2021
Behavior Therapist
ACT A Change in Trajectory
05.2015 - 02.2018
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy
National University- JFK School of Psychology
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