Samirah Alena Muzaffarr
Miami,USA
Summary
Highly trained Clinical Supervisor experienced in working with clients diagnosed with autism. Reliable in using safe, evidence-based practices. Collaborative with full treatment team and parents.Proven ability to implement intervention plans that yield meaningful client progress. Valued for collaborative approach, adaptability, and expertise in behavior modification techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Auditing and Scheduling
Burnett Theraputic Services Inc
10.2024 - Current
- Developed customized audit plans based on client needs, leading to tailored solutions that addressed specific concerns.
- Improved staff efficiency by developing and implementing optimized scheduling processes.
- Optimized resource allocation through effective planning and scheduling of tasks.
- Auditing notes that were sent back to the compamy from the insurance because notes were missing and were not billable.
Notes Review
Burnett Theraoeutic Services Inc
03.2024 - Current
- Joined the notes review team to review clinical directors, BCBA , mid level supervisors and behavioral therapist notes.
- Provide feedback to staff regarding what can make their notes better.
- Train behavioral therapist on how a session note should be written.
Clinical Supervisor
Burnett Therapeutic Services Inc
06.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients with complex needs, ensuring comprehensive support was provided across all domains of life functioning.
- Assessed patients, determined needs, and managed care.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular staff meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
- Responded to crisis situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and clinical interventions.
- Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely assessments, treatment planning, and progress monitoring.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' needs to develop tailored treatment plans aimed at addressing specific challenges.
IEP Special Needs Coordinator
Star’s Global Preparatory school
02.2023 - Current
- Analyze assessment results to drive instruction and IEP development for Special needs kids
- Create and maintain Special Education documentation as required by federal, state and district regulations
- Ensure IEP timeline compliance of assigned caseload
- Participate in a planned program of classroom visitations and observations to provide teachers with feedback on instructional practices; recommends discipline, reassignment, or termination action as appropriate; documents evidence of substandard performance
Teacher Preschool & Kindergarten (Special Needs)
Star’s Global Preparatory school
08.2022 - Current
- Delivering lesson plans, implemented school curriculum, and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student
- Working closely with administration to plan social events throughout the school year such as holiday shows, spirit week etc
- And getting vendors for the events
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities, and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches
- Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans
- Plans classroom lesson plans a month before
Private tutor
NU learning center
07.2021 - Current
- Tutoring students in kindergarten,1st and2nd grade
- Helped students go from D's & F's to A's & B's
- Designed engaging lessons, using art and visual aids to enhance learning process
- Created special handouts, study guides and enrichment materials to boost student knowledge
- Coordinated parent meetings, discussing student progress and developing individualized solutions to areas of concern
- Reviewed materials for student classes to enhance learning and used unique ways to reinforce program materials
- Drilled students on subject matter and used flashcards and writing techniques to improve recall
Registered Behavioral Technician
RBT, PBS, Behavior Family Solutions
07.2020 - Current
- Working one on one with children on the spectrum as an RBT
- Make positive changes in kid's everyday lives
- Suggest different ways to bring down aggression (the ones who have)
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients
- Taught clients how to complete basic household chores and prepare food
- Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
Teacher Kindergarten &1st Tikvah Center
The Gordon School
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects
- Provided guidance on policies and initiatives for kindergarten teaching team
- Delegated tasks to teacher assistants and school volunteers
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches
- Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting
- Introduced read-aloud literature to stimulate imagination and build comprehension and vocabulary
Lead Counselor
Dr. Carlos Finlay
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Counselor August2019-February2020
- Became a lead counselor March2020- June2020
- Led presentation of skills group
- Recorded and inputted data
- Met with psychologist twice a week to discuss goals for children
- Assessed clinical risk and danger to children and families and determined appropriate level of response and intervention
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits
- Kept abreast of new and developing information in mental health field by attending professional conferences and workshops
- Developed service plans to maintain intact families and improve family functioning
- Led summer day treatment groups and therapeutic activities to teach functional living skills and address behavioral issues
Sales Associate/Personal Shopper/Personal Stylist
Nordstrom
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
- Molded team and embraced change to adapt within dynamic market
- Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers
- Partnered with managers to identify and capitalize on sales trends and brand initiatives
- Adhered to rigorous standards for customer service, merchandising and operational safety
- Led team by answering complex customer questions and mentoring personnel one-on-one
- Communicated with vendors regarding backorder availability, future inventory and special orders
Sales Associate/Floor Leader
Pandora – The Falls Shopping Center
12.2014 - 06.2017
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships
- Prepared large cash deposits with zero discrepancies
- Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise using ladder
- Achieved perfect attendance and on-time record
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers
- Worked alongside retail representatives to enhance product presentations and advertising collateral
Customer Service Representative
Down Town Hub Inc
12.2013 - 07.2015
- Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers
- Planned special events for company such as dinners, company anniversary, birthday, & achievement parties
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
- Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times
- Assisted customers with setting appointments, special order requests, and arranging merchandise pick-up
- Developed community reputation through commitment to customer satisfaction and strong client relationships
Education
Master of Science - General Psychology
Nova Southern University
12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida International University
Miami, FL12.2020
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05.2017
High School Diploma - undefined
Miami Killian Senior High School
05.2015
Skills
- Detail-Oriented
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Problem Solving
- Classroom Rules Establishment
- Special Needs Support
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Creative Thinking
- Public speaking
- Decision-making
- Telephone etiquette
- Direct patient care
- Relationship building
- Multitasking Abilities
- Progress monitoring
- Individualized education plans
Timeline
Auditing and Scheduling
Burnett Theraputic Services Inc
10.2024 - Current
Notes Review
Burnett Theraoeutic Services Inc
03.2024 - Current
Clinical Supervisor
Burnett Therapeutic Services Inc
06.2023 - Current
IEP Special Needs Coordinator
Star’s Global Preparatory school
02.2023 - Current
Teacher Preschool & Kindergarten (Special Needs)
Star’s Global Preparatory school
08.2022 - Current
Teacher Kindergarten &1st Tikvah Center
The Gordon School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Private tutor
NU learning center
07.2021 - Current
Registered Behavioral Technician
RBT, PBS, Behavior Family Solutions
07.2020 - Current
Lead Counselor
Dr. Carlos Finlay
08.2019 - 06.2020
Sales Associate/Personal Shopper/Personal Stylist
Nordstrom
09.2017 - 06.2018
Sales Associate/Floor Leader
Pandora – The Falls Shopping Center
12.2014 - 06.2017
Customer Service Representative
Down Town Hub Inc
12.2013 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida International University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Miami Dade College
High School Diploma - undefined
Miami Killian Senior High School
Master of Science - General Psychology
Nova Southern University
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