Pouria Tabatabaeian

Responsibilities:
- Direct Client Support: Provide daily therapeutic support to youth struggling with substance use, depression, suicidal ideation, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, anger management issues, and other mental health challenges.
- Group Support: Assist in therapeutic groups by maintaining a calm environment, encouraging participation, and supporting clients when they become dysregulated.

- Medication Management: Safely distribute prescribed medications to clients, and monitor for compliance and side effects.

- Documentation: Complete daily progress notes, incident reports, and other clinical documentation with accuracy and timeliness.

- Therapeutic Engagement: Build rapport with clients through one-on-one support, helping them develop coping skills, and emotional regulation techniques.

- Outings & Activities: Accompany clients on therapeutic outings and community-based activities, ensuring safety, and encouraging social skill development.

- Team Collaboration: Work closely with therapists, case managers, and other treatment team members to implement individualized treatment plans.

Key Achievements:

- Contributed to a stable and supportive environment that promotes client safety and therapeutic growth.

- Recognized by team members for calm and effective intervention during client crises and dysregulation episodes.

• Responsibilities:
  - New Student Guidance: Provide mentorship to incoming psychology students, helping them navigate their academic journey and make informed decisions about course selection.
  - Academic Advising: Assist mentees in identifying their interests within the field of psychology and guide them toward appropriate specializations and career paths.
  - Stress Management: Teach students effective strategies for managing the demanding workload of the UC system, including time management, study techniques, and self-care practices.
  - Personalized Support: Offer personalized advice and support tailored to each student's unique needs and goals, fostering their academic and personal growth.
  - Resource Connection: Connect mentees with campus resources, including academic advising, tutoring centers, and mental health services, to ensure their success and well-being.
  - Community Building: Facilitate a sense of community among new students by organizing group meetings and activities, encouraging peer support and collaboration.
  
  Key Achievements:
  - Successfully guided students in selecting courses that align with their interests and career aspirations.
  - Helped students develop effective coping mechanisms for academic stress, contributing to their overall well-being.
  

• Responsibilities:
  - Course Facilitation: Collaborated closely with Dr. Chapman and the teaching team in weekly meetings to plan and facilitate a course with over 300 students.
  - Group Sessions: Conducted and facilitated weekly discussion groups as part of students' assignments, guiding discussions on specific topics and leading students toward correct answers.
  - Office Hours: Held office hours twice a week, providing one-on-one academic assistance, answering questions, and offering mentorship to students.
  - Student Support: Assisted students with academic inquiries, clarified course material, and provided guidance on assignments and projects.
  - Classroom Management: Supported the professor in managing the classroom environment, ensuring smooth operation during lectures and group activities.
  - Assessment and Feedback: Assisted in grading assignments and exams, providing constructive feedback to help students improve their understanding and performance.
  
  Key Achievements:
  - Successfully facilitated engaging and productive group discussions, enhancing students' comprehension of course material.
  - Provided effective academic support and mentorship, contributing to students' academic success and confidence.
  - Demonstrated strong organizational skills in managing office hours and maintaining communication with students and the teaching team.

• Responsibilities:
  - Client Care: Provided comprehensive in-home care for a diverse range of clients, including the elderly and individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
  - Personalized Support: Conducted individualized mental and physical exercises tailored to each client's specific needs and abilities.
  - Nutritional Assistance: Addressed and managed eating issues such as loss of appetite, developing strategies to encourage healthy eating habits.
  - Medical Coordination: Assisted with medication management, ensuring clients took their medications as prescribed and monitored for potential side effects.
  - Household Management: Performed light housekeeping duties, meal preparation, and grocery shopping to maintain a clean and organized living environment for clients.
  - Emotional Support: Built strong, trusting relationships with clients, providing companionship and emotional support to enhance their overall well-being.
  - Client Interaction: Worked with diverse clients, gaining valuable experience in adapting care approaches to meet varying needs and preferences.
  
  Key Achievements:
  - Successfully improved clients' quality of life through tailored care plans and personalized attention.
  - Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills in managing clients' health and behavioral challenges.
  - Developed effective communication strategies to engage clients and address their concerns, contributing to their mental and emotional health.

• Responsibilities:
  - Staff Management: Coordinated and managed employee schedules to ensure optimal staffing levels and efficient operations.
  - Customer Service: Handled front register operations, answered phone inquiries, and addressed customer concerns with professionalism and courtesy.
  - Food Preparation: Prepared a variety of menu items, including pizzas and sandwiches, adhering to food safety standards and quality guidelines.
  - Crisis Management: Quickly resolved issues and managed crises effectively, ensuring a smooth and continuous workflow.
  - Team Collaboration: Fostered a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork with colleagues.
  
  Key Achievements:
  - Enhanced customer satisfaction through exceptional service and prompt problem-solving.
  - Successfully managed high-volume periods, maintaining efficiency and quality under pressure.
  - Improved staff performance and morale by implementing a fair and flexible scheduling system.