Sahil Kubavat
Anthem,AZ
Summary
Current student pursuing a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology at Pacifica Graduate Institute. Passionate professional working in the field of mental health with research experience oriented toward the development of training for the CHW workforce concerning mental health topics. Recent graduate and recipient of the silver award from the W.A. Franke Honors College at the University of Arizona for a 4.0 GPA.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Consultant
Arizona Community Health Workers Association
11.2023 - Current
- Providing 20-hour training in core competencies for Community Health Workers for state voluntary certification.
- Delivering training to 100+ CHWs across state of Arizona.
- Editing, reviewing and providing feedback of curriculum tailored for CHWs.
Mental Health Training Coordinator
Arizona Community Health Workers Association
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Researched principles of evidence-based interventions in mental health to develop and deliver training for CHW workforce.
- Led, guided, and educated staff members on particular research topics.
- Coordinated fulfillment of grants concerning topics of mental health among state partners
- Managed collaborators within company to produce grant deliverables.
Mental Health Research Specialist
Arizona Community Health Workers Association
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Researched current and relevant information in field of mental health.
- Provided research and aid to departments needing additional help and resources.
- Wrote and produced outlines and trainings aimed at educating others.
- Wrote and produced presentations and posters as well as other marketing materials aimed at educating others.
LifeSTEP Mentor
LifeSTEP Program
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Met school-aged youth from minority groups living in poverty in Tucson struggling with emotional and behavioral problems 4 hours a day every week.
- Coordinated with care team of youth and LifeSTEP supervising team to provide life-skill training to underserved youth.
- Conducted supervised research of current research methods and research concerning youth mentorship.
- Submitted and presented research proposal to LifeSTEP discussing role of gender in mentoring programs.
PATH Mentor
Honors College PATH Mentoring Program
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Acted as mentor to Honors students coming into the University of Arizona as freshmen.
- Provided resources and guidance to students who were struggling with their transition to college.
- Met frequently with over 20 students acting as a support system for any possible needs.
Mental Health Research Intern
Arizona Community Health Workers Association
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Helped develop grief support curriculum to be implemented in support groups across Arizona.
- Assisted training center employees in developing curriculum centered around mental health.
Shadow Experience
Faraz Masood
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Shadowed psychiatrist during patient site visits
- Observed delivery and management of psychiatric medication.
Resident Assitant
University of Arizona Housing and Residential Life
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Created positive community and environment for over 50 residents that was conductive and essential to both their social and intellectual growth.
- Mentored residents while transitioning to college helping them with maintenance problems, roommate conflicts, academic struggles, etc
- Planned and organized various social, educational, and recreational events and programs for residents.
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
Education
Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology
Pacifica Graduate Institute
Carpinteria, CA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Politics, Philosophy, Economics, and Law
University of Arizona
High School Degree -
Anthem Preparatory Academy
Skills
Delivering and developing presentations
undefinedAccolades
- Recipient of the Silver Award from the W.A. Franke Honors College, 05/2022
- Recipient of the Dean's Exemplary Award with distinction, 08/2018 - 05/2022
- Recipient of the Wildcat Excellence Scholarship, 08/2018 - 05/2022
Publications
- The Role of Community Health Workers in Promoting Mental Health, 11/2022, Boston, Poster presentation at 2022 APHA Conference; Abstract ID: 513757
- The Tyranny of Obedience: An Analysis of Aquinas' Account of Law and Whether Morally Neutral Laws Ought to be Obeyed, 05/2022, Tucson, Honors Thesis at W.A. Franke Honors College
Timeline
Consultant
Arizona Community Health Workers Association
11.2023 - Current
Mental Health Training Coordinator
Arizona Community Health Workers Association
09.2022 - 07.2023
Mental Health Research Specialist
Arizona Community Health Workers Association
08.2021 - 09.2022
LifeSTEP Mentor
LifeSTEP Program
08.2021 - 05.2022
Mental Health Research Intern
Arizona Community Health Workers Association
05.2021 - 08.2021
Shadow Experience
Faraz Masood
06.2020 - 07.2021
PATH Mentor
Honors College PATH Mentoring Program
08.2019 - 05.2022
Resident Assitant
University of Arizona Housing and Residential Life
08.2019 - 05.2021
Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology
Pacifica Graduate Institute
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Politics, Philosophy, Economics, and Law
University of Arizona
High School Degree -
Anthem Preparatory Academy
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