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zahraa almashadani

Portland,OR

Summary

Efficient professional with many years of experience and a proven knowledge of classroom management, curriculum development, and peer counseling. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the Field of child care and mental health (autism).

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

Discovery Behavior Solutions
07.2023 - Current
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Used Software to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
  • Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.

In Home Caregiver

DHS
06.2022 - Current
  • Assists residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan
  • Allows and encourages residents to do as much of their own care as possible

Behavior Technician

Centria Healthcare
02.2022 - 06.2023
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
  • Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
  • Provided direct support during community outings, facilitating appropriate social interactions among peers while practicing newly acquired skills within real-world contexts.

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Aim high impact
01.2020 - 02.2022
  • Implement individualized treatment plans developed by BCBAs
  • Collect data to monitor the progress and effectiveness of the individualized treatment plan
  • Ensure that the client is in a safe and positive environment at all times
  • Provide 1:1 ABA therapy in, center, and community based environments

Child care director

WEVILLAGE
04.2017 - 12.2019
  • Monitor students' progress, and provide students and teachers with assistance in resolving any problems
  • Confer with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies, and students' behavioral or learning problems
  • Set educational standards and goals, and help establish policies, procedures, and programs to carry them out
  • Organize and direct committees of specialists, volunteers, and staff to provide technical and advisory assistance for programs

Manger

KRISPY KREME
01.2014 - 02.2017
  • Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services
  • Resolve customer complaints regarding sales and service
  • Oversee regional and local sales managers and their staffs
  • Direct and coordinate activities involving sales of manufactured products, services, commodities, real estate or other subjects of sale

SW. Community Center

Counselor
01.2008 - 10.2013
  • Conducted ongoing center monitoring and audits to maintain compliance with performance standards, procedures and other local, state and federal regulations.
  • Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
  • Coordinated with community stakeholders for successful implementation of social and community service initiatives.
  • Fostered a welcoming environment at the center by maintaining clean facilities while implementing inclusive policies that catered to diverse populations.

Education

B.S. - Biology

PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY
Portland

A.S. - Biology

PORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Portland
09.2015

Skills

  • CPR
  • Time Management
  • Cash Handling
  • Customer Service Skills
  • Receptionist
  • Organizational Skills
  • Childcare
  • Classroom Management
  • Curriculum Development
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Autism Experience
  • Behavioral health

Certification

  • Oregon registry on pathway of professional development and commitment to code of ethics, 07/19 to Present
  • CPR & First Aid, 06/21 to 06/23
  • RBT Certification, 02/22 to 02/23

Additional Information

2 years OHSU hospital volunteer, Fluent in Arabic, Intermediate in Turkish

Languages

Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Professional Working

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Discovery Behavior Solutions
07.2023 - Current

In Home Caregiver

DHS
06.2022 - Current

Behavior Technician

Centria Healthcare
02.2022 - 06.2023

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Aim high impact
01.2020 - 02.2022

Child care director

WEVILLAGE
04.2017 - 12.2019

Manger

KRISPY KREME
01.2014 - 02.2017

SW. Community Center

Counselor
01.2008 - 10.2013

A.S. - Biology

PORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE

B.S. - Biology

PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY
zahraa almashadani