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Abdigani Farah

Saint Paul

Summary

I am currently a student working toward a bachelor's in MIS and seeking an opportunity to begin a career. Identifies and quickly closes any knowledge gaps to offer value to the employer and team. Adaptable mental health practitioner able to customize approaches to the individual needs of each patient. Evaluate individuals carefully, breaking down issues and devising supportive treatment approaches. Specialize in mental health care.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Care Assistant

Family Quality Care
Minneapolis
07.2023 - Current
  • Assisted patients by providing dignified personal care.
  • Kept client and family members informed about care plans.
  • Supported patients to continue participating in daily living activities.
  • Performed basic housekeeping tasks for safe living environment.

Mental Health Practitioner

Empathio Healing Services
Minneapolis
01.2024 - 07.2025
  • Help individuals manage and improve their emotional, psychological, and behavioral well-being. They assess clients' mental health needs through interviews, observations, and the use of standardized tools. Based on the assessment, they develop treatment plans and provide therapy, coping strategies, or referrals to other services. They may work with individuals, families, or groups in settings like clinics, schools, hospitals, or community centers. Their goal is to support clients in achieving better mental health, and improving their overall quality of life.

Mental Health Practitioner

Twin Cities Health Services
Minneapolis
07.2023 - 10.2024
  • Educated family members about their loved ones' mental health conditions and guided how to support them best.
  • Referred clients to appropriate community resources when needed to enhance their overall well being.
  • Led workshops focused on promoting mental wellness within community settings.
  • Helped clients develop and enhance social and living skills.

Direct Support Professional

Empowered Life Services
Eagan
02.2023 - 06.2023
  • Assisted with client transportation, bathing and meal preparation.
  • Utilized approved behavior plans and intervention strategies to help clients achieve goals and objectives.
  • Kept constantly refreshed knowledge of routine and emergency medical procedures.
  • Treated clients with kindness, dignity and respect at all times.
  • Transported clients to appointments, activities and community outings.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Management Information Systems

Metropolitan State University
St Paul, MN
12.2025

Skills

  • Activities of daily living support
  • Patient awareness
  • Stress management techniques
  • Individual Counseling
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Client documentation

Languages

Somali - Advanced, English - Native

Timeline

Mental Health Practitioner

Empathio Healing Services
01.2024 - 07.2025

Personal Care Assistant

Family Quality Care
07.2023 - Current

Mental Health Practitioner

Twin Cities Health Services
07.2023 - 10.2024

Direct Support Professional

Empowered Life Services
02.2023 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Management Information Systems

Metropolitan State University

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